This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/603966600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Open to the first 75 applicants or until 06/25/2021 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Career-Seasonal positions are guaranteed to work at least 6 months but not more than 50 weeks per year and include all the benefits of permanent employment and can vary due to workload and funding.
06/14/2021 to 06/16/2021
$39,311 - $51,103 per year
GS 6
2 vacancies in the following locations:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
50% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time - Career Seasonal (subject to periods of non-pay)
Competitive
None
No
No
IM-1539-CANY-21-11136149-DE
603966600
Wildlife
Assists in conducting wildlife surveys and assembling basic information on wildlife species and populations such as habitat use, sex, age structure, and seasonal movement. Raptors and Desert bighorn sheep are a focus. Collects data on habitat condition and makes preliminary evaluations of the cause of any problems noted (e.g., drought, disease). Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines regarding issues such as seasonal closures of recreational use to protect sensitive species by collecting and compiling specified data. Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in performing routine and recurring testing of field data and applies findings in assisting with the preparation of reports relating to field activities. Enters and retrieves data from Geographic Information System (GIS) and/or other information management systems. Prepares graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications. Monitors and assists in control of wildlife including non-native invasive Burros. May participate in the capture of wildlife or wildlife research programs, applies visual and radio tags, and gathers physiological and spatial data on wildlife.
Vegetation*
Assists in conducting surveys of individual plant species and vegetation communities and assembles basic information regarding location, plant and community health, and changes in vegetation communities with time. Helps with control of non-native invasive species by hand-pulling, use of herbicides, chainsaws, or mowing or other mechanical means. Involved in collecting, cleaning, storing and sowing native seed, native plant salvage, replanting, and other revegetation activities. Occasionally serves as a leader for interns, conservation corps crews, and volunteers. Keeps written field notes and assists team leader in preparing written trip reports. Provides data collection and management and assistance in other projects related to vegetation management.
Water Resources
Collects various types of hydrologic data including spring and stream discharge, water quality parameters, depth to groundwater. Evaluates qualitatively sediment transport, and geomorphic effects caused by changes in spring or stream discharge. Records observations of fluctuations that may affect the interpretation of the data. Checks and reduces data to be used for modeling and statistical analysis. Recognizes gaps or inconsistencies in the information; evaluates and compares previous records to ensure quality of data. Conducts non-complex modeling and statistical analyses. Prepares preliminary reports relating to individual hydrologic study assignments, including draft text, maps, charts, and other illustrative material.
Backcountry Conditions and Visitor Contact
Conducts backcountry patrols and visitor contacts in a manner that provides for protection of park resources and assures compliance with the Canyonlands backcountry permit system. Patrols are planned and implemented to optimize actions and the collection of data described above. Patrol results are provided to the relevant individuals or groups and include appropriate information and detail. Engages positively with visitors, providing explanation of field activities and interpretive information as needed. Provides courteous, accurate, and timely information regarding resource stewardship and park regulations. Observed safety concerns are brought to the immediate attention of visitors, or other park employees.
Other duties
May monitor the condition of cultural sites in the Maze District following protocols established by the 2013 Southeast Utah Group Archeological Site Monitoring and Associated Guidelines for data collection and information management. Utilizes databases to enter and organize collected field data and uses standard statistical methods in the preparation of draft reports. Enters and retrieves data from a geographic information system (GIS) and other information management systems. Uses a variety of software programs to prepare graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications. Recommends modifications to field activity procedures to accomplish project objectives, and prepares draft reports and correspondence relating to field activities and results. Provides logistic support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists and provides technical information to cooperators. Provides advice, assistance, and training to lower graded technicians, interns, volunteers, and youth corps in gathering field data. Adheres to established control/quality assurance protocols and safety procedures.
*Moab position will perform vegetation duties only
The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive.
A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
Physical Demands: The work is partially sedentary with prolonged standing, walking, and bending often required. Heavy items (e.g., packs and equipment) must be lifted and carried on a routine basis.
Working Conditions: The work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Field work includes exposure to extreme weather and terrain conditions, pesticides, poisonous plants, biting insects, snakes, and wild animals. Laboratory work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals.You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. 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.
Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/25/2021:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/25/2021. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/603966600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Southeast Utah Group (of which Canyonlands National Park is a part) headquarters office is located in Moab, Utah in the southeast part of the state. Moab is a town of about 6,000 permanent residents & it hosts about 3 million visitors per year. Moab is the gateway community to Arches & Canyonlands National Parks. Attractions include the Colorado & Green rivers & hundreds of thousands of acres of BLM & USFS land. Recreation opportunities in and around Moab include mountain & road biking, hiking, camping, climbing, river rafting & 4-wheel drive routes. Moab provides all basic amenities including doctors, dentists, hospital, schools (k-12), churches, & shopping. A small airport is located about 15 miles north of town. By vehicle, Moab is approx. 1.5 hours from Grand Junction, CO & 4 hours from Salt Lake City, UT.
The Maze District is very isolated & is located in the western portion of the park, west of the Green & Colorado Rivers & consists of the Hans Flat Ranger Station, & the NPS administrative & housing area for the Maze. It shares a common boundary with the Orange Cliffs portion of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The Hans Flat Ranger Station is approximately 135 miles from Moab with a drive time of about 3 hours. Hans Flat is approx. 60 miles from Hanksville, UT with a drive time of about 1.75 hours. Hanksville has a population of about 200 to 250 people & has very basic amenities (gas stations, convenience stores).
Park housing is available for this position.