Park Ranger (Protection)
SALARY RANGE: 17.87 - 20.33 USD HourlyOPEN PERIOD: Monday, December 11, 2006
to Friday, March 16, 2007SERIES & GRADE: GS-0025-05/07POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Temporary position not to exceed 1039 hours.DUTY LOCATIONS: 12 vacancies - South Wellfleet, MA WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
JOB SUMMARY:Up to 12 positions may be filled through this announcement.
Temporary positions not to exceed 1039 hours. The incumbent may be required to work varied shifts (days, evenings, nights) weekends and holidays.
First cut off date for receipt of applications is January 12, 2007. Applications submitted by that date will receive first consideration. A second cut off date for receipt of applications is February 23, 2007; applications received by the closing date of March 16, 2007 will be considered if all positions have not been filled. Some positions begin late March 2007 and early April, the remainder begin late May, early June. Print the entire announcement and read thoroughly, following all instructions as outlined. To print: Scroll to the bottom, click "Print Preview", next select the detailed version and print.
Additional Duty Location Info: 12 vacancies - South Wellfleet, MA
MAJOR DUTIES:
BackToTop(); Incumbent will serve as a new or experienced field law enforcement ranger in the Resource and Visitor Protection Division, implementing diverse visitor and resource protection programs with primary emphasis on law enforcement. Performs law enforcement throughout the park, including road patrols, traffic enforcement, boundary integrity, hunting patrols, etc. Investigates vehicle accidents and issues citations. Responds to emergency calls and takes initial action necessary to preserve the peace, resolve problems, protect visitors and resources, apprehend violators and ensure compliance with regulatory and administrative requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Applicants must meet qualification standards as specified in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards for the GS-025-05/07 as shown below.
Park Ranger GS-025-05 -
4 year course of study above high school leading a bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours of related course work OR 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-04.
Park Ranger GS-025-07 -
Work Experience: one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-05. OR
Education: one full academic year of progressively higher level graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree related to the occupation.
OR
Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
Education: Major study 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.
Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. Experience may have been in technical, administrative, or scientific work, fish and wildlife management, recreation management, law enforcement, or other park related work. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include, but are not limited to the following:
Park guide or tour leader;
Law enforcement or investigative work;
Archaeological or historical preservations research work;
Work in forestry and/or fire management activities in a park, recreation or conservation area - Management assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations. Any equivalent combination of the above defined experience, education, or training is also qualifying.
Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience regardless of whether compensation was received or whether the experience was gained in a part-time or full-time occupation. Full-time work is generally considered to be 35 to 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
To receive full credit for your educational background please submit a copy of your college transcript. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position is covered under the special pay provisions for Law enforcement Officers.
Applicants must meet the minimum entry age requirement of 21 years. A law enforcement commission is required for this position. The selectee must be able to secure and maintain an NPS Type II Law Enforcement commission. Applicants who do not hold commissions will be considered, however if selected must be able to obtain the commission before entry on duty. To obtain a Type II Law Enforcement commission the following is required:
Successful completion of an approved NPS seasonal training academy within three years immediately preceding the date of the application for the commission [applicants who have not met this criterion must have successfully completed another training academy curriculum (equivalent in content to the FLETC basic curriculum), as determined by the Department of the Interior with the concurrence of the NPS Superintendent at FLETC) and must have been employed as a full-time law enforcement officer in another Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency, in other than a probationary status, within the three years immediately preceding the date of application for commission. Service as a security officer, volunteer, or non-sworn support employee does not satisfy this law enforcement commission requirement.
Selectee must:
Receive a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Successfully complete and pass a medical examination and fitness screening. Prior to appointment, the selectees must meet the requirements of the Director’s Order #57, Occupational Medical Standards, and pass a medical examination given by an authorized government physician.
The selectees must participate in a physical fitness program and test under the PEB (Physical Efficiency Battery)as mandated.
Successfully pass a drug test. The applicants selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and is subject to random drug testing after selection.
Applicants must maintain a current American Red Cross Standard First Aid Card and be certified in CPR.
Incumbent must operate a government vehicle; therefore a valid state driver’s license is required. (Note: You must indicate in your application whether you possess a valid driver’s license or will obtain a valid driver’s license prior to the start date if you are selected. You will be required to present your license at time of entrance on duty.)
Government housing may be available. Shared quarters do not provide facilities for housing family members and/or pets.
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Agency. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
Incumbent is required to wear a uniform. A uniform allowance is provided.
Working conditions are both indoors and outdoors with high heat, humidity, and insects in the summer months.
The applicant must be able to possess firearms under the terms of the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended (18 U.S.C. 922 (G)(9)). An individual with a conviction of a misdemeanor (or higher level) crime of domestic violence will not be eligible for the position.
The selectee will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties and maintain firearm proficiency.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You will be required to maintain firearm proficiency and carry a firearm and while performing duties of this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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1. Ability to conduct law enforcement activities (vehicle patrols, OUI enforcement, traffic control and enforcement, off road vehicle regulations (ORV) and enforcement.
2. Knowledge of and ability to perform off-road vehicle operations (4X4 vehicle operation, AT operations, oversand/beach driving).
3. Knowledge and experience in emergency medical services.
4. Knowledge of and experience in resource management and resource protection duties (threatened and endangered species, marine mammals, hunting enforcement, Archeological Resource Protection Act, natural and/or cultural resource management).
In addition to answering the KSA’s, candidates are asked to complete the following questionnaire:
Do you currently possess or have you previously possessed a National Park Service level II law enforcement commission?
YES _____
NO _____
If yes, indicate the date and number of your most recent commission:
Date: __________________ Number: ______________________
If no, have you attended and successfully completed an approved seasonal Park Ranger academy or are you currently participating in such a program at an accredited academy?
YES ______
NO ______
If yes, provide the date of completion and attach a copy of your certificate or provide the approximate completion date: ______________________________________________
Are you currently CPR certified:
YES ______
NO ______
If yes, please provide certification (state, Red Cross/AHA)
Standard First Aid Certification
Red Cross/AHA: __________
State _________
Other: ________
First Responder Certification
State: _____________
National Register: ______________
EMT Certification
State: _____
National Register: ______________
OTHER INFORMATION:
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The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
If you fax your application, we will not consider it.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook, binder or folder.
HOW TO APPLY:
You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
We encourage you to use the USAJOBS resume builder to speed the application process. If you are not applying on line, be sure your application includes the following: A resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612) or any other format.
Submit a narrative statement responding to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) identified in the announcement. This information will be used to determine your eligibility and/or rating and is required.
Mail your application to:
Cape Cod National Seashore
99 Marconi Site Road
Wellfleet, MA 02667
ATTN: Human Resources
If education is used to qualify for this position, please include sufficient information in your resume so you can be evaluated. You may mail a list of college courses that includes hours and grades to provide detail.
SPECIAL SELECTION PRIORITY PROVISIONS FOR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES UNDER THE CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP).
--Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the CTAP or ICTAP programs must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified if they obtain a score of “85”, NOT INCLUDING VETERAN’S PREFERENCE.
--Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(A) for CTAP AND 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent performance rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
You cannot apply on line, you must send your application to the address noted below.
Submit a resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) or other written application format of your choice. Be sure you provide all of the information requested below;
Job Information:
• Announcement Number, title and grade(s) for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
• Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
• Social Security Number. Giving your Social Security Number is voluntary. However, we cannot process your application without it.
• Country of Citizenship.
• If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
• High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
• Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
• Major field(s) of study.
• Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
• Job title.
• Duties and accomplishments.
• Number of hours per week.
• Employers name and address.
• Supervisor's name and phone number.
• Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
• Salary.
• Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
• Job-related training courses (title and year).
• Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
• Job-related certificates and licenses.
• Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
• If you are applying for Veteran Preference, submit evidence of eligibility, such as; DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or Standard Form 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the proof requested on the form.
• If you are or have been a Federal employee, please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action, Form SF-50, and your most recent or last performance appraisal.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
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Human Resources Office
Phone: 508 349-3785
Fax: 508 349-9113
Or write:
Department Of The Interior
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
99 MARCONI SITE ROAD
WELLFLEET, MA 02667
US
Fax: 508 349-9113
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
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Your application will be reviewed upon receipt to determine qualifications. All eligible applicants meeting the first cut-off date will have their applications forwarded to the selecting official; the same scenario will take place after the second cut-off date.
Following you will find form DI-1935 – Department of the Interior Application Background Survey. Submission of this form is voluntary. The information provided will be used for statistical purposes to monitor applicant response, and will not be maintained in the personnel office or forwarded to the selecting official.
This information is needed to determine if our recruitment efforts are reaching all segments of the country, as required by Federal law. This is vital information not available from any other source. We can only get it directly from you. Your voluntary responses are treated in a highly confidential manner. They are not released to the panel rating the applications, to the selecting official, to anyone else who can affect your application, or to the public. This form will be destroyed after the position is filled.
The only information associated with your name in our computer system is whether you have returned the completed form, so that we may follow up if no response has been received. Your responses are stored as a tally for the group of all applicants for this vacancy in a manner that cannot be associated with any individual application. No information taken from this form is ever placed in a Personnel file or Personnel data base.
Thank you for helping us provide better service.
DI-1935
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
APPLICANT BACKGROUND SURVEY
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Information from this survey is used to help ensure agency personnel practices meet the requirements of Federal law. Your responses are voluntary. Answer each item to the best of your ability and please use only capital letters. Read each item thoroughly before placing code number in spaces provided.
Vacancy Announcement Number
Date: (Month/Day/Year)________________________
Position title, series and grade____________________
Name:_______________________________________
Social Security Number_________________________
Year of Birth__________________________________
1. How did you learn about the position/exam you are applying for? (You may circle up to 3 choices.)
01 Private Information Service
02 Magazine/Newspaper
03 Radio/Television
04 Poster
05 Private Employment Agency
06 State Employment Office
07 Agency Personnel Office
08 Agency/Federal Recruitment at school/college
09 Federal/State/Local Job Center
10 Religious Organization
11 School/College Counselor
12 Friend/Relative working for the Agency
13 Friend/Relative not working for the Agency
14 Other:
2. Categorize yourself in terms of race & sex using the definitions below. In space provided place Race/Ethnic Code which indicates the group you identify yourself with
Race/Ethnic Code: __________
A - American Indian or Alaskan Native
B - Asian or Pacific Islander
C - Black, not of Hispanic Origin
D - Hispanic
E - White, not of Hispanic Origin
Female_____
Male____
3. Do you have any disabilities? Yes No
PRIVACY ACT INFORMATION: This information is provided pursuant to Public Law 93-579 (Privacy Act of 1974), December 31, 1974, for individuals completing Federal records & forms that solicit personal information. AUTHORITY: Sections 1302, 3301, 3304, and 7201 of Title 5 of the
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