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Position Title
Education Technician
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1611-BOHA-25-12634981-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, January 3, 2025 to Friday, January 17, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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:
  • 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.
 
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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.
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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:
  • 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.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience requirements for this Education Technician GS-1702-05 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet the basic qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. (limit characters)
2. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience requirements for this Education Technician GS-1702-06 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet the basic qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. (limit characters)
For each of the task statements below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The task statements were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Be sure to describe your experience that supports your responses to the task statements below, in your resume or application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience you describe in your application packet (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. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Research and develop hands-on, inquiry-based curricula to support student-centered teaching and learning in academic and field settings. (limit characters)
4. Design culturally-responsive teaching materials to support educational programs that serve K-12 students, continuing education learners, and underserved audiences. (limit characters)
5. Plans, prepares and facilitates curriculum and recreational based programming in classroom and field settings. (limit characters)
6. Collaborate with park colleagues and partners to plan and develop educational media, evaluation tools, and web-based distance learning resources. (limit characters)
7. Present educational activities and programs in classroom settings using an array of oral communication techniques to foster an open exchange of ideas among urban students. (limit characters)
8. Engage students in outdoor learning experiences that result in the achievement of desired learning outcomes. (limit characters)
9. Communicate and facilitate training for park staff and partners on the mechanics of education program delivery to coordinate experiences that result in the achievement of desired learning outcomes. (limit characters)
10. Use appropriate communication and adapts programs as necessary to address individual and group needs. (limit characters)
11. Knowledge of natural and cultural history of the United States, particularly New England maritime and natural resource history, geology, island and intertidal zone ecosystems history. (limit characters)
12. Integrate natural and cultural history into design and facilitation of learning experiences for students, grades 4-12. (limit characters)
13. Create grade level appropriate teaching materials based on complex natural and/or cultural history. (limit characters)
14. Answer queries from students, teachers and the public regarding the park's complex natural and/or cultural history. (limit characters)
15. Knowledge and ability to staff an on-island overnight facility (i.e., camping, dormitories) with school-aged youth. Facilitate day and night time educational programming. (limit characters)
16. Lead physically challenging activities (e.g., hikes or outdoor expeditions) for students to foster fitness and outdoor appreciation. (limit characters)
17. Implement safe practices in the workplace and with education program participants, including first aid/CPR, and other health/safety and wellness protocols. (limit characters)
18. Lead physically challenging activities (e.g., hikes or outdoor expeditions) for students to foster fitness and outdoor appreciation. (limit characters)
19. Produce visual aids, including models, hand-outs, charts, diagrams and photographs, for hands-on education programs. (limit characters)
20. Use computer software to create educational presentations for mixed groups and web-based programming that meets accessibility standards and 508 compliance. (limit characters)
21. Produce education media, evaluation tools, videocasts, and web-based distance learning resources for education programs. (limit characters)
22. Use digital cameras, multi-media projectors, and audio systems to support education programming and staff training. (limit characters)
23. 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 C.F.R. 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. (limit characters)