This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/669575000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in Gateway Arch National Park.
If you have questions regarding the area or the duties, please contact supervisor Kevin Green at kevin_green@nps.gov or 314-655-1728.
This announcement is concurrently open to merit promotion eligibles under announcement number MW-1544-JEFF-22-11599374-ST
08/08/2022 to 08/15/2022
$41,007 - $53,310 per year
GS 6
1 vacancy in the following location:
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MW-1544-JEFF-22-11599376-DE
669575000
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 Lead Park Security Guard provides security services to the Gateway Arch Complex by monitoring and screening visitors as they enter the complex with the use of walk-through magna-scanners and scanning visitors' personal belongings with radiographic (x-ray) equipment. The Lead Park Security Guard is normally the first person the visitor will encounter and the position requires a normal degree of tact and courtesy with the public contacts while ensuring compliance with pertinent rules and regulations governing facility access and physical security. The position is at a fixed post. The Lead Security Guard may be the de facto supervisor in the absence of the Supervisory Security Guard. Training is accomplished by using computer based training (CBT) programs. Basic skill in operating computers is helpful.
Physical Demands: The Lead Security Guard's duties include on regular basis long periods of standing or sitting in a. limited space, or standing outside in inclement weather. The employee is expected to perform an entire sift of 8 hours or more in such conditions. The work also includes bending, reaching, and stooping while using hand-held magnetometer. The employee must be able to lift up to 30 pounds continuously, up to 50 pounds occasionally. Occasionally, the Lead Security Guard may be required to move magnetometers and/or x-ray machines. Must be able to distinguish objects or the screening equipment monitor and be able to distinguish basic colors and shades of color, each color displayed and explain what each color signifies. Must have correctable vision to recognize, distinguish differences, and identify images on x-ray monitors, and read typed material. Duties require manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints to be able to efficiently and thoroughly manipulate and handle baggage, containers, and other objects subject to security processing. The nature of the Lead Security Guard's work has a high-stress component due to the sheer volume of visitors and due to any potential unknown risks that may arise at various checkpoints at any given time during a work shift.
Working Conditions: The Lead Security Guard works closely with others and in noisy environment. Work fluctuates between indoors within a climate controlled facility and outdoors performing package prescreening functions on the Arch entrance ramp, roving patrols of grounds or standing at a fixed post during special events. Outdoors work means that the employee is subject to performing work in bad weather. At a fixed post, the Lead Security Guard performs magnetometer and x-ray machine operations at one of two security checkpoints located in the Arch Complex. Operation of x-ray equipment exposes the Lead Security Guard to a level of risk to radiation exposure, therefore all specific safety procedures and other precautions are mandatory. The Lead Security Guard must remain calm and use good judgement and appropriately deal with potentially dangerous situations while obtaining assistance from law enforcement Park Rangers. The Gateway Arch National Park operates at a heightened security awareness level, which creates varying stressors that the employee must effectively cope with.
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. The Old Courthouse commemorates the site where the slave Dred Scott began his freedom suit, ultimately leading to the divisive U. S. Supreme Court decision that polarized the nation and became a leading cause of the Civil War. "Whether you're single or have a family, a sports fan or connoisseur of the arts, a fitness fanatic or a film aficionado, St. Louis has something for you." -St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association. 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.
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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:
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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.
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.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
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.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/669575000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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