To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Are you a current career/career-conditional National Park Service Federal employee and meet the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibility:
Current National Park Service Federal employee with a career or career- conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced.
To verify your eligibility as a current National Park Service Federal employee, you must provide a copy of your current Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) reflecting your competitive status showing that you are a current National Park Service employee. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
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Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; and,
served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and,
performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; and,
if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
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Are you a current career/career-conditional National Park Service Federal employee and meet the following Non-competitive Merit Promotion Eligibility:
Current National Park Service Federal employee with a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced.
To verify your eligibility as a National Park Service Federal employee, you must provide a copy of your current Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) reflecting your competitive status showing that you are a current National Park Service employee. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
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Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
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Preferences
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Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
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My performance is at an acceptable level and I am not serving under a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
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A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
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Assessment 1
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Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger (Interpretation) GS-0025-05
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Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Park Ranger (Interpretation) work at the GS-05 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR RATING WILL BE LOWERED.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger (Interpretation) GS-0025-07
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Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Park Ranger (Interpretation) work at the GS-07 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR RATING WILL BE LOWERED.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger (Interpretation) GS-0025-09
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Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Park Ranger (Interpretation) work at the GS-09 level in the Federal Service or equivalent. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank, you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR RATING WILL BE LOWERED.
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Communications and Media - Knowledge of the production, communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
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GS-05, GS-7 & GS-09 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Present informational talks, guided tours, briefings, and/or demonstrations to various audiences to inform or educate.
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Draft bulletins, brochures, or articles for eventual publication.
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Use multimedia (such as audio-visual equipment, computer software) to create informational presentations or products.
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Use computer software for internet research, word processing and data entry to accomplish work.
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Use technology such as still cameras, motion or action cameras, microphones, computers, etc. to develop and post interpretive content on social media sites.
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GS-07 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Develop or upgrade interpretive products, for natural, historical, or cultural programs, publications, or exhibits (such as exhibit text, trail guide, webcast).
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Develop standard operating procedures or policies related to interpretive programs.
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GS-09 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Set up, operate, and troubleshoot audio visual equipment used for interpretive and education programs.
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Synthesize the knowledge and understanding gained from personal research into appropriate themes.
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Manages and Organizes Information - Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
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GS-05, GS-07 and GS-9 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Research scientific, technical, and/or historical sources to develop information, educational and/or interpretive programs.
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Translate scientific, technical, and/or historical information into understandable concepts for presentation to diverse audiences.
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Provide information to the public about cultural, historical, or natural science-oriented topics to stimulate their interest and appreciation.
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Use a variety of interpretive techniques (such as metaphors, storytelling, analogies) to deliver information to diverse audiences.
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Develop interpretive programs (such as activities, short talks, presentations) using interpretive techniques, products and principles of audience centered interpretation.
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Educate visitors regarding activities that impact upon the preservation of natural and cultural resources, including issues dealing with visitor safety.
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Develop interpretive content for posting on social media sites.
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GS-09 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Oversee the development of interpretive materials, including coordinating the work of other rangers and serve as liaison to production vendors, procurement, artists, graphics specialists, translators, and subject matter experts.
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Conduct research and prepare outlines and written materials to develop interpretive talks and programs. (Research efforts include interviews, literature or library research, and/or other means of investigation).
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Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
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GS-05, GS-07 and 9 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Serve as a front-line representative of an organization to greet customers and answer questions.
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Provide direction to, information on, and orientation regarding services or activities of interest to the public.
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Educate customers regarding rules, regulations, and safety concerns to gain compliance.
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Direct customers with problems, questions, or complaints to the appropriate person.
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Control groups of visitors in small or restricted areas or on time-sensitive guided activities using verbal and non-verbal cues.
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Encourage dialogue with customers to inform, educate, and/or guide.
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Respond to customers' inquiries for information, direction, and/or guidance.
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GS-07 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Organize special events or themed activity to include scheduling, transportation, logistics, etc.
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GS-09 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Apply insights gained through data and evaluation to adjust and modify the interpretive program.
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Teaching Others - Helps others learn through formal or informal methods; identifies training needs; provides constructive feedback; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor.
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GS-07 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Provide on-the-job interpretive training and assistance to team members using audience centered experience (ACE) techniques.
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Mentor interpretative team members by providing guidance and feedback.
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Explain the requirements and objectives of interpretive projects or operations to team members.
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Review interpretive programs for technical soundness and appropriateness to meet objectives.
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Help co-workers and volunteers develop skills through formal or informal methods.
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GS-09 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Train, provide guidance, and direct the work of seasonal and volunteer staff members in tasks that support visitor services and interpretive/education programs of an organization.
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Audit interpretive programs of team members and volunteers to provide feedback to supervisor.
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Direct team members to accomplish multi-faceted projects and/or daily operations.
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Communicate effectively with teachers, special interest groups, civic groups, local community members, students, and others.
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Customer Service - Works and communicates with clients and customers (e.g., any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit provides, including individuals who work in your agency or in other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to satisfy their expectations. Committed to quality services.
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GS-05, GS-07 and 9 Tasks
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform opening and closing procedures for an information center or place of business according to established procedures.
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Gather or compile routine information for reports or statistical data.
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Fill out daily reports to account for sales.
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Operate cash register or credit card machines to accomplish work in business operations.
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Maintain inventory, stock, and accountable property.
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Collect cash or other payments in high volume sales operation (such as a busy entrance station, sales outlet, or visitor contact station).
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Identify accounting errors or problems using journal and receipt tapes.
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Take precautions with funds collected or stock to safeguard from theft, fraud, and misuse.
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Verify accuracy of transaction numbers during the remit process.
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