- Position Title
- Seasonal Gardener
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1544-JEFF-25-12718482-OC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, March 31, 2025 to Friday, May 30, 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:
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.
- 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.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
2.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
1.
Ability to do the work of a Gardener, WG-5003-04 without more than normal supervision (Screen Out). From the descriptions below, please choose the best response to describe your ability to perform Gardener duties. You must document your experience in your resume.
Technical practices (Theoretical, precise, artistic).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Excavate holes using shovels and digging bars in preparation for planting.
3.
Rake leaves, rocks, and mulch in preparation for planting.
4.
Trim brush and tree branches.
5.
Plant vegetation in disturbed or damaged areas.
6.
Schedule appropriate times to mow lawns and grounds.
7.
Schedule appropriate irrigation times and quantities.
8.
Prepare landscaping beds, plant trees, shrubs, and flowers.
Use of measuring instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Use liquid measuring devices for mixing fuels and oils.
10.
Use pressure gauges for monitoring air pressure.
11.
Use measuring devices to mix sand, humus, and topsoil.
12.
Use proper measuring devices to mix fertilizer.
13.
Use proper measuring devices to mix fungicides.
14.
Use proper measuring devices to mix insecticides.
15.
Use proper measuring devices to mix herbicides.
Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Use shovels, rakes, edgers, and pruning equipment.
17.
Use a weed trimmer.
18.
Operate hand lawn mowing and riding mower equipment.
19.
Operate small trucks.
20.
Service power mowing equipment.
21.
Troubleshoot equipment operational problems.
22.
Perform daily preventive maintenance equipment checks.
Ability to interpret instructions, specifications etc. (other than blueprints).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Interpret and follow oral instructions from supervisors or others.
24.
Interpret and follow written instructions from supervisors and others.
25.
Read and follow manuals and manufacturers guidelines.
26.
Read and follow instructions for mixing fertilizer, insecticide, and herbicides.
27.
Read and follow state regulations for applying chemicals.
28.
Follow instructions on how to prune woody vegetation including shrubs, vines, and ornamental and fruit trees.
29.
Follow instructions on preparing and mixing soil.
Knowledge of materials.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
30.
Distinguish between native and exotic/non-native plant species.
31.
Identify and eradicate unwanted plants manually.
32.
Repair irrigation sprinkler systems heads and irrigate lawn.
33.
Sharpen mower blades and replace gas weed trimmer cords.
34.
Prepares seed beds for transplanting, dividing plants, and planting.
35.
Identify the proper herbicide or fungicide to treat plant diseases and plant insects.
Dexterity and Safety.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
36.
Work independently or as part of a team to accomplish tasks.
37.
Safely lift, push, pull and carry a variety of tools, equipment, or material up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
38.
Safely lift, push, pull and carry a variety of tools, equipment, or material up to 100 pounds, assisted.
39.
Use personal protective equipment (respirator, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, safety vests, etc.)
40.
Handle stressful situations with fellow employees, visitors, and guests.
41.
Safely apply fertilizer to avoid damaging the plant.
42.
Safely applies fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides to avoid spraying people and animals.