- Position Title
- Visitor Services Assistant (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NS-NPS-25-12666700-I/CTAP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, February 21, 2025 to Friday, March 7, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
3.
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.
The current position I am applying to is a temporary seasonal appointment with less than 1040 hours. I am willing to accept this type of position. I understand that responding "No" to the item below will result in my not being considered for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
3.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
Work Schedule Preference
1.
You may choose multiple options:
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
Assessment 1
BASIC EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-03
1.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience and/or education requirements for a Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-03 position. 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.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-04
2.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience and/or education requirements for a Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-04 position. 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.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-05
3.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience and/or education requirements for a Visitor Services Assistant, GS-0303-05 position. 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.
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Public Service Motivation- Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Initiate resource-related conversations with park or recreation area visitors to encourage compliance with resource regulations.
5.
Deal with a high volume of diverse individuals or groups while maintaining a professional demeanor.
6.
Answer recurring visitor questions while maintaining a professional demeanor.
7.
Patrol area routes and trails to check for visitor compliance with rules and monitor the condition of area resources.
8.
Resolve customer or visitor complaints by taking corrective action or referring the issue to a supervisor when appropriate.
9.
Select and adapt the appropriate guideline from several alternatives when resolving a specific issue or situation, relaying park regulations designed to ensure protection of the resource and safety of the visitor.
Speaking - Uses correct English grammar to organize and communicate ideas in words that are appropriate to listeners and situations; uses body language appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Provide information to the public using information or materials on management policies, and legislative updates on issues affecting the natural, historical, and/or cultural preservation of the area.
11.
Explain the significance and encourage stewardship of the area's natural, cultural, and/or historical resources for public awareness.
12.
Provide procedure or technique training to the public to preserve the area's natural, historical and cultural resources (e.g., Leave No Trace).
13.
Share new and important information with other co-workers.
14.
Communicate orally in person, and/or over the phone to provide information to the public or others within the organization.
15.
Present informational talks, guided tours, and demonstrations, following a prescribed outline, to various audiences to inform or educate.
Conscientiousness - Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Notify appropriate staff of visitor and resource needs such as major maintenance issues, safety hazards, wildlife issues and sightings, etc.
17.
Assess a situation to determine the appropriate response in accordance with policy guidelines.
18.
Verify park or recreation area passes (e.g., entrance receipts, permits, etc.) for validity.
19.
Explain the importance of rules or regulations concerning the protection of the area's resources, and/or the safety of visitors.
20.
Assess a situation and exercise good independent judgment in accordance with well-established policies, procedures and techniques.
21.
Provide accurate, detailed information utilizing well-established policies, techniques, and operating procedures to diverse individuals or groups of visitors.