- Position Title
- Park Ranger (Preventive Search and Rescue) (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NE-1612-SHEN-25-12628214-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Sunday, December 8, 2024 to Sunday, April 27, 2025
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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 lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Selective Placement Factors
1.
Due to "Patrol" and "Search and Rescue (SAR)" both being identified as "Major Duties" of the Park Ranger (PSAR) position, selectees will have to be in good physical condition and pass the PEB. Selectees will need to perform backcountry foot patrols over rugged terrain and conduct SAR operations, including litter carryouts and technical rescues, over long distances and rough terrain, both of which constitute arduous duty.
2.
As part of their Search and Rescue duties, Park Ranger (PSAR) selectees will often need to render prehospital medical aid to ill and injured persons. As such, they must be certified as EMTs.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger GS-0025-05
1.
Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Park Ranger 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.
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.
2.
Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Park Ranger 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.
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.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Present informational talks, guided tours, and demonstrations, following a prescribed outline, to various audiences to inform or educate.
4.
Respond verbally to customers' inquiries for information, direction, and/or guidance (e.g., points of interest, available services, rules and guidelines, maps or directions, etc.)
5.
Communicate orally in person, and/or over the phone to provide information to both the public and others within the organization.
6.
Explain the significance and encourage stewardship of the area's natural, cultural and/or historical resources.
7.
Initiate verbal communication with customers in a variety of settings to inform, educate and/or guide.
8.
Assess a situation to determine the appropriate response in accordance with policy guidelines.
9.
Gather information and direct customers with problems, questions or complaints to the appropriate person.
10.
Work independently without close supervision and prioritize work effectively.
11.
Provide assistance during emergency situations (e.g., evacuating buildings, roping off areas, directing traffic, crowd control, etc.)
12.
Perform emergency medical treatment appropriate for current level of training and responsibility.
13.
Resolve visitor complaints by taking corrective action or referring the issue to a supervisor when appropriate.
14.
Deal with a high volume of visitor contacts under sometimes stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.
15.
Work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and abilities in order to accomplish work.
16.
Initiate resource-related conversations with park visitors to encourage compliance with safety and resource regulations.
17.
Communication with visitors and park staff is respectful, accurate, timely and complete.
18.
Maintain rapport and a positive professional working relationship with other park staff, partners and neighbors (internal and external customers).
19.
Serve as front-line representative of the organization to greet customers and answer questions.
20.
Provide direction, information and orientation about services or activities of interest to the public.
21.
Keep information desk, displays and bulletin boards fully stocked, clean and orderly.
22.
Notify appropriate staff of visitor and resource needs such as major maintenance issues, safety hazards, artifact issues, etc..
23.
Perform opening and closing shift functions according to standard operating procedures.6. Report permit violations to the appropriate person.
24.
Provide emergency medical response at the EMT level or higher
25.
Participate in technical rope rescue training and missions
26.
Leads/assists with EMS and SAR content trainings
27.
Operates emergency vehicles in accordance with training level.
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As previously explained, your ratings in this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting your or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probation period. Please take this opportunity to review your ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. Failure to agree to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.