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These permanent positions are located at Gateway Arch National Park within the Visitor and Resource Protection Division and reports directly to the Supervisory Dispatcher, Supervisory Physical Security Specialist and Chief Law Enforcement Ranger.
For information on the duties of the position, contact William Schaper at: William_Schaper@nps.gov or 314-655-1693.
This announcement is concurrently open to merit promotion eligibles under announcement number MW-1544-JEFF-22-11599212-ST
08/08/2022 to 08/15/2022
$45,568 - $59,234 per year
GS 7
2 vacancies in the following location:
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MW-1544-JEFF-22-11599213-DE
669573200
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
All U.S. Citizens
The Regional Dispatch Center provides communication, informational and immediate contact support for day-to-day emergency, non-emergency and all-risk incidents including law enforcement, medical dispatch, search and rescue, wildland and structural fire to employees, park partners, visitors and mutual aid to city, state and federal entities in the Metro St. Louis area and sites within the MWR. The Regional Dispatch Center directly supports the Gateway Arch National Park (JEFF), Ozark National Scenic Riverways (OZAR), Ulysses S. Grant National Historical Site (ULSG), Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve (TAPR), Herbert Hoover National Historical Site (HEHO), Effigy Mounds National Monument (EFMO), Wilson's Creek National Battlefield (WICR) and Federal/State Agencies to include the Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Missouri State Highway Patrol (MOHP).The center operates 24/7/365 and major duties include: (1 ) Monitor all radio traffic, telephones & CCTV system in support of operational security, law enforcement & anti-terrorism; (2) Obtain law enforcement and sensitive information from computerized systems to include REJIS, MULES, NCIC & NLETS, and internet sources requiring a thorough knowledge of each systems capabilities and the methods to retrieve the needed data; (3) Transmits, receives and relays official messages via radio, & telephone; (4) Operates a voice and radio recording system. Regularly checks and maintains the system are in operational order assuring transmissions are being properly recorded and archived for any future use; (5) Must make sound independent decisions and exercise sound judgments under stressful situations. Must prioritize, and react to, multiple, and simultaneous incidents of both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Physical Demands: Work is performed, often alone, in a confined space for eight hours at a time, which limits, and sometimes eliminates, break opportunities. Work is often of an emergency nature and is emotionally stressful. Due to the nature of work at this all-risk incidents Regional Dispatch Center, incumbent may have to work holidays, report for duty during adverse weather conditions, report for duty, and be expected to work prolonged hours. Dispatchers are considered Essential Personnel. Incumbent is subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty. Work requires use of the voice in vocal communications for periods of hours at a time. Voice must be clear, audible, and tone effective with words plainly spoken and understandable. Incumbent must be able to hear clearly and discern a variety of audible communications and signals simultaneously. Incumbent must possess manual dexterity sufficient to operate computer terminals/keyboards and related equipment efficiently and to maintain both digital and written logs. Work involves occasional lifting of boxes and supplies up to weights of 40 pounds.
Work Environment: Work is performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office. The setting is typically confined and secure, and entrance and egress is controlled. Incumbent may not leave the Center unless relieved by another dispatcher. Noise levels are routinely high due to electronic equipment, telephones, radios, HVAC, and other discussions ongoing in the performance of duties. Contacts with fellow employees or members of the public may occasionally be stressful, primarily when those contacted have recently been involved in a law enforcement or public safety incident. Work requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time working at a computer. The work schedule may involve assignments at night and on weekends.
AREA INFORMATION: The Gateway Arch National Park is located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, on the banks of the Mississippi River. The park memorializes the city's role in westward expansion through the 630 foot Gateway Arch and underground Museum at the Gateway Arch. A sports lover's paradise, fans are kept on the edge of their seats all year by a host of professional teams. With remarkable low cost of living for all the comforts and attractions it affords, St. Louis has a small-town feel, yet offers all the amenities you'd expect in a major metropolitan area, including top-notch health care and education resources. The City of St. Louis is relatively small, but the surrounding metropolitan area with nearly two million residents in both Missouri and Illinois offers many suburban and rural counties for easy commutes. Cultural institutions abound; in Forest Park alone, you'll find the Zoo, Art Museum, History Museum, Science Center, the Municipal Opera and more. There are over 100 parks and some 200 miles of cycling, running and walking trails. Visit the website: http://www.stlrcga.org for more information.
There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level of this announcement.
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.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
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 08/15/2022:
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 08/15/2022. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/669573200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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