- Position Title
- Seasonal Animal Packer and Caretaker (Trails)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1549-SEKI-25-12722009-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 9, 2025 to Wednesday, April 23, 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.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
2.
As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
3.
This position requires regular and recurring work and camping in rugged mountainous backcountry above 7,000 ft elevation for extended periods of time. Selectee(s) must be able to hike by foot in the backcountry at high altitude for extended periods of time while carrying backpacks, tools, and supplies weighing least 50 lbs. Selectees must be able to camp at or above this elevation for several days in succession.
In the text box below, you must include specific and detailed descriptions of this experience to demonstrate you have performed these duties above 7,000 ft elevation and under the conditions and requirements described above. This is a Selective Factor (Screen Out), failure to provide information that clearly describes this experience will result in disqualification from referral for this position. (limit 20,000 characters)
In the text box below, you must include specific and detailed descriptions of this experience to demonstrate you have performed these duties above 7,000 ft elevation and under the conditions and requirements described above. This is a Selective Factor (Screen Out), failure to provide information that clearly describes this experience will result in disqualification from referral for this position. (limit 20,000 characters)
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of an Animal Packer and Caretaker (Trails) without more than normal supervision.
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Ability to do the work of an Animal Packer and Caretaker (Trails) without more than normal supervision (screen-out). From the descriptions below, please choose the best response to describe your ability to perform the animal caretaker work. You must document your experience in your resume.
Backcountry Travel
2.
This position requires regular and recurring work and camping in rugged mountainous backcountry above 7,000' elevation for extended periods of time. Selectee(s) must be able to hike by foot in the backcountry at high altitude for extended periods of time while carrying backpacks, tools and supplies of at least 50 lbs, and be able to camp for several days at a time. Indicate your experience in performing this type of work. (Screen out).
For the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. You must document your experience in your resume. ANY SKILL THAT YOU INDICATE YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH IN THE FOLLOWING OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SPECIFICALLY INCLUDED IN A WORK/EXPERIENCE BLOCK ON YOUR RESUME. If not, your score will be lowered, or you may be found not qualified.
Technical Practices
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Load and unload horses and mules into trailers.
4.
Use vehicles (trucks and trailers) to transport animals.
5.
Handle and transport explosives in motor vehicles.
Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Use maintenance, service and operating manuals for minor repairs and maintenance to trucks.
7.
Follow instructions for administering medication to horses and mules.
8.
Follow instructions associated with transporting gear via pack animals in minimal impact situations.
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.
9.
Skills in tack repair and maintenance, including field repairs to pack equipment on trails.
10.
Pack tools, supplies, signs and personal gear into the backcountry on horses and/or mules.
Knowledge of materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Provide basic veterinarian care to horses and/or mules ie: bandaging wounds, applying ointments, and administering antibiotics.
12.
Knowledge of horse and mule nutrition requirements.
13.
Proper use of saddle packs.
Dexterity and Safety
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Work safely with pack stock on rough and steep terrain.
15.
Manage livestock grazing loose in the wilderness areas, including following local grazing regulations and policies.
16.
Identify grazing vegetation that can poison livestock.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Use measuring instruments to administer standard equine supplements.
18.
Use simple measuring instruments for repair of tack, fences, and associated facilities.