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YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED. From the descriptions below, select response that best describes how your background meets the qualification requirements for a Park Ranger, GS-0025-05 position. Read all responses before making your selection. Some questions allow for multiple answers, so mark those that apply. If you leave a question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.

1. Minimum Qualifications Requirement. I qualify for the GS-05 level because:

A. I have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level. Examples of specialized experience may include explaining regulations to park visitors; providing information and advice on park activities and resources; collecting fees; conducting guided tour programs; maintaining recreation facilities or trails.

B. Successful completion of four year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor`s degree in one of the fields; natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources.

C. I have an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education described above. I will provide a copy of my college transcript.

D. I do not meet the above responses.

2. I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI.

A. Yes

B. No

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

3. Select the one answer that best describes your ability to work independently to complete assigned work.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

4. Select the one answer that best describes your experience using a Global Positioning System.

A. I use the Global Positioning System and topographic maps to inventory and locate public land boundaries, recreation sites, trails, routes, or signs to identify location of facilities on public lands.

B. I use the Global Positioning System and/or topographic maps to inventory and locate landmarks in a field office or similar work environment.

C. I use the Global Positioning System as part of an undergraduate college course.

D. None of the above.

5. When faced with tight deadlines, changing priorities and conflicting responsibility, which of the following best describes your work style.

A. I thrive with the challenge. I am at my best when working under pressure.

B. I adapt well to changing needs. I re-prioritize workloads and coordinate with others to get the work done.

C. I work best in a structured environment although I can adapt to emergency situations on occasion.

D. I do not adapt well to conflicting situations and priorities. I like to know what is always expected of me.

6. Select the one answer that best describes your experience working in an outdoor recreational program.

A. I apply outdoor recreational principles in a public lands environment. My experience includes working with resource professionals at the Federal, State, and local levels to identify and resolve recreational resource concerns.

B. I’ve assisted Park Rangers, Outdoor Recreation Planners, and other professionals with managing recreational activities.

C. I have knowledge of outdoor recreational management principles through formal education, but I have not applied them on the job.

D. None of the above.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

7. Select the statement that best describes your ability to work with customers to solve problems, complaints, or refer customers to an appropriate source.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

8. Select the one statement that best describes your education, training, and/or experience conducting nature hikes or similar types of programs for visitors to parks, monuments, campgrounds, or other similar types of locations.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

9. Select each of the following that describes your experience with providing information/ instructions to the general public regarding use of recreation sites.

A. I meet with the public to educate users on conservation practices such as "Tread Lightly" and "Leave-No-Trace" principles.

B. I resolve issues regarding conflicting uses among public land users.

C. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of the job, independently and usually without review by supervisor or senior employee.

E. I counsel public land users when they are not practicing appropriate behavior.

F. I conduct nature hikes or similar types of programs for visitors to parks, national conservation areas, campgrounds, or other similar locations.

G. I answer general questions about the use of recreational facilities/sites.

H. I provide information to the general public in any setting.

I. None of the above.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

10. Select the statement that best describes your level of experience in orally communicating with customers.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

11. Select the statement that describes your experience identifying conflicting recreational uses in a resource area and recommending corrective action as well as monitoring an area for resource damage.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

12. Identify each of the following tasks related to interacting with visitors to a public facility that you have performed on the job:

A. Schedule groups for visiting the facility.

B. Serve as initial point of public contact for facility visitors.

C. Develop and/or respond to general inquiries about the facility and local geographic area.

D. Respond to repetitive questions about the subject matter being interpreted.

E. Present scheduled and impromptu interpretive talks.

F. Present informal and formal educational talks to groups.

G. Conduct guided tours of facility and related sites.

H. None of the above.

13. 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.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify/understand the information provided above.

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