- Position Title
- Community Planner
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-LWCF-25-12599822-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 18, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
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.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) 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.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Community Planner position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Basic Requirements for the Community Planner Position
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this Community Planner position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Community Planner Position
2.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Community Planner work at the GS-09 level.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
3.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Community Planner work at the GS-11 level.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
4.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Community Planner work at the GS-12 level.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
For the competency-based questions below, please select the best answer that represents the skill level you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Your responses will be used to determine minimum qualification requirements. Be sure the experience listed in your application materials supports your responses to the questions below. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by the specific work experience described in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered, or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Assist staff in collaborating with state and local government officials and/or public and private/non-profit organizations to achieve common objectives.
6.
Coordinate collaboration with state and local government officials and/or public and private/non-profit organizations to achieve common objectives.
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Facilitate training in collaboration with state and local government officials and/or public and private/non-profit organizations to achieve common objectives.
8.
Support staff in developing networks and building alliances with State partners.
9.
Facilitate the development of networks and building alliances with State partners.
10.
Develop national networks, alliances and partnerships; evolve agreements and capacity building strategies.
11.
Provide technical assistance and/or training on program procedures and requirements to a variety of individuals from within and outside of an organization.
12.
Apply working knowledge of local, state, and federal government planning and recreation management practices.
Project Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Assist staff and partners with evaluating and applying knowledge of planning concepts, principles, techniques, and practices toward developing statewide comprehensive plans, and in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of recreational facilities
14.
Apply knowledge of planning concepts, principles, techniques, and practices; the social, economic, political, and physical elements involved in human settlements; and the dynamics of change within these elements.
15.
Train others and apply knowledge of principles and practices in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of recreational facilities.
16.
Review and analyze statewide comprehensive outdoor recreation plans, and project plans that develop outdoor recreation facilities.
17.
Evaluate project budgets to determine if they support the proposed scope of work and that project cost items are reasonable.
18.
Evolve and apply standard operating procedures in evaluating project budgets to determine if they support the proposed scope of work and that project cost items are reasonable.
19.
Provide advice and technical assistance to partners or others regarding program and/or project requirements and policy.
20.
Monitor project performance and compliance with plans and requirements including with developing project milestones and timelines.
Public Planning - Knowledge of functions, principles, methods, and techniques of public planning, including those related to community planning, outdoor recreation planning, and natural resource management, such as demand forecasting, environmental impact analysis, financial forecasting, and land use planning and zoning.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Study and develop planning methods or plans to apply to future community needs to provide for the availability and development of resources, facilities, and services that will be required by the people of the community.
22.
Evaluate local, regional or statewide comprehensive plans for completeness to ensure they relate to program policy, requirements, and regulations and providing feedback to ensure all requirements are met.
23.
Advise and assist state and community officials and members of the public and citizen groups, to establish goals, priorities, policies, programs, organizations, regulations, and procedures in such areas as the pattern and intensity of land use, outdoor recreation facilities, transportation, public safety, health services, pollution control, and quality of environment.
24.
Relate the effect of community planning decisions on the mission and goals of the agency;
25.
Arrange and conduct meetings with community groups, other public agencies, property owners, and other stakeholders affected by projects or planning initiatives.
26.
Develops or reviews information and plans, and makes recommendations on complex planning problems related to a variety of land uses involving conflicting factors, economic growth, and the social and cultural welfare of communities.
27.
Reviews and evaluates work performed under a grant or a contract for accuracy, adequacy, completeness, and conformity with grant or contract requirements, and, as necessary, makes suggestions designed to improve the product.
28.
Responsible for the development of plans, the assembly and analysis of data, and the preparation of appropriate reports.
29.
Ensure community engagement efforts are inclusive of all stakeholders including Tribal Nations.
30.
Prepare briefing statements and/or other documents that communicate agency positions regarding complex policy matters.
Strategic Thinking - Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
31.
Track and stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in urban planning, sustainability, and public policy.
32.
Monitor program practices and operational procedures including how well requirements or processes are being followed and recommend changes where necessary.
33.
Develop studies and analyses of programmatic issues, and draft recommendations.
Verification Statement
34.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.