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WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: All qualified U.S. Citizens and eligibles under CTAP or ICTAP.
These positions are located in Shenandoah National Park, in the Interpretation and Education Division. Please visit find a park for additional park information.
These are Full-Time temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours (about 6 months) in a service year. Positions may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. Individuals selected under this vacancy announcement are eligible for rehire in subsequent service years. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Shenandoah National Park is April - October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: mid-April 2018
Positions may be filled at either the GS-5 level or the GS-7 level. GS-5 pay is $16.00 per hour; GS-7 pay is $19.82 per hour.
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee.
01/22/2018 to 01/26/2018
$16 - $19.82 per hour
GS 5 - 7
6 vacancies in the following location:
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Temporary - 1039 Hours
Full-Time
No
NE-1612-SHEN-18-10118060-DE
488832600
- Present (and/or develop and present) in-park and offsite environmental and curriculum-based education programs for kindergarten through high school students following established themes, learning objectives, curriculum requirements, and guidelines and utilizing teaching methods appropriate to each grade level.
- Present (and/or develop and present) learning activities that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving and connect students with the park resources. Conducts basic research and assists in the writing, review, and evaluation of education program learning objectives, lesson plans, and resource materials.
- Assist with the presentation (and/or assist with the planning and presentation) of training workshops for elementary and secondary teachers, other non-formal educators, and park staff.
- Create program props, worksheets, handouts, other audio/visual aids, and computer-generated presentations to enhance education and interpretive programs. Conduct basic research to develop and present in-park and offsite resource-based interpretive and education programs for the public including community outreach programs and events.
- Present (and/or develop and present) special emphasis or seasonal children's programs such as Junior Rangers, summer school, and youth service learning camps.
- Assist with presentation of temporary exhibits, internet, social media, live webcasts, or other computer interactive technology for education programming.
- Assist with day-to day operation of the education program including answering phones, record keeping, internal communications, correspondences, and materials maintenance and storage.
- Research, develop, and present resource-based interpretive programs for the public during peak visitation periods or if staff shortages occur. Contacts park visitors through informal roving assignments and at visitor centers and responds to visitor questions, emergencies, or other needs by phone, email, or in person. Answers inquiries concerning park resources, program goals, curriculum content, and scheduling of the full array of education and public programs and services offered by the park.
- In addition to the above ("and/or" reference), GS-07 positions also:
- Assist with the development and implementation of internet-based distance learning education programs including webcasts and interactive, multimedia virtual field trips, videos, and student activities.
- Prepares and leads sessions at training workshops.
- Develop and present in-park and offsite special request programs for groups from kindergarten to adult audiences including, community outreach programs, and events.
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.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Individuals selected under this vacancy announcement are eligible for the possibility of extensions or rehire in subsequent service years.
PLEASE NOTE: The National Park Service's (NPS) policy on Less than 1040 appointments (also know as temporary seasonal appointments) has changed. Your service history will be reviewed to ensure compliance with current NPS Less than 1040 policy prior to you being offered a position in the Northeast Region.
Physical Demands: The work varies from sedentary to strenuous. The work requires good physical health with a clear speaking ability and the ability to walk on rocky, uneven terrain while carrying moderate loads, up to 10 miles a day. Some assignments require long periods of standing or are sedentary.
Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and outside in varying weather conditions and terrain variances. Assignments may expose incumbent to biting insects, poisonous plants, and other discomforts. Incumbent will be in close contact with numerous school children and the visiting public for long periods of time.
POSITION LOCATION: Shenandoah National Park is located in Virginia, approximately 90 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. The park consists of approximately 197,000 acres of land, including 80,000 acres designated as wilderness. It also contains 105 miles of Skyline Drive and 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Annual visitation is around 1.3 million, which has direct and extensive economic impact on the surrounding area (eight counties and nine municipalities). The park's natural, cultural and recreational resources are of vital interest to local and regional businesses, political leaders, conservation and outdoor recreation organizations, and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Click the following link for more information, https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions may 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 01/26/2018:
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 01/26/2018. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
For additional information regarding this announcement or hot to apply, please contact the HR Office at the number or email provided under the "agency contact information" section. For specific questions pertaining to the position being advertised, please contact Tim_Taglauer@nps.gov or 540-999-3500 x3488. Email is the preferred method of inquiry as it provides the fastest response time. When inquiring by email please include the job announcement number, NE-1612-SHEN-18-10118060-DE in the subject line.
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