This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/839564000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
These positions are located in Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Big Cypress National Preserve in the Resource Education and Interpretation Division.
The closing date of this announcement is now July 15, 2025.
Please see the "Education" section of the announcement for additional information.
06/30/2025 to 07/15/2025
$40,332 - $55,835 per year
$19.33 - $26.75 Per Hour
GS 5
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Temporary - Not to Exceed 1039 Hours
Full-time
Competitive
None
No
No
SE-1628-EVER-25-12753026-DE
839564000
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Open to all U.S. Citizens. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles.
Please see the "Education" section of this announcement for additional information regarding these positions.
Major Duties:
Rangers develop and present interpretive and educational programs for visitors of all ages, managing group sizes that range from small family units to large tour groups with diverse backgrounds and accessibility needs. Programs include guided walks, talks, and interactive presentations focused on the park's natural and cultural resources. Rangers lead physically demanding activities, including outdoor work in hot, humid conditions, navigating rugged terrain, and exposure to insects and other environmental elements. Responsibilities include delivering daily interpretive programs, staffing visitor centers, ensuring visitor safety and resource protection, and maintaining interpretive props and supplies.
Rangers also support outreach efforts by representing the park at community events, festivals, and partner programs, both on- and off-site. Outreach activities may include developing and delivering programs for community groups and special interest organizations. Rangers contribute to the creation of interpretive media such as brochures, exhibits, social media content, and signage; assist in planning and executing special events; contribute to visitor use data collection; and report safety and resource concerns. The role requires strong public speaking skills, knowledge of the park's natural and cultural features, and the ability to work independently in variable outdoor conditions. Additional duties include submitting program statistics, driving and maintaining government vehicles, and identifying and reporting safety issues. The role requires knowledge of swimming, paddling, water safety, and natural resource management, as well as the ability to work in physically demanding environments.
Area Descriptions:
These positions are located in Big Cypress National Preserve, Biscayne National Park, and Everglades National Park. These NPS units boast subtropical climates with mild, pleasant winters and hot, rainy, and buggy summers. Winter temperatures seldom drop below 40 degrees and only for short periods.
Big Cypress National Preserve spans 729,000 acres of cypress forests, prairies, pinelands, hammocks and mangroves supporting incredible biodiversity. As one of the nation's first national preserves, it protects vital freshwater resources and traditional and customary uses of the Miccosukee and Seminole, hunting, fishing, and off-road vehicle use. Designated as an International Dark Sky Park, it provides exceptional stargazing and night sky interpretation opportunities. Rangers at the Nathaniel Reed and Oasis Visitor Centers in Ochopee, FL, offer orientation and information, work with volunteers, support our cooperating association, and plan and lead a variety of ranger-guided programs and experiences for audiences of all ages. Programming includes swamp walks, canoe-kayak programs, mountain bike trips, illustrated programs and campground chats. They conduct informal roves and pop-ups along the Preserve's boardwalks and scenic drives, assist with visitor contacts on remote sites, and support special events. More information can be found at www.nps.gov/bicy.
Biscayne National Park preserves a rare blend of aquamarine waters, mangrove shorelines, emerald islands, 10,000 years of cultural heritage, and vibrant coral reefs, all within sight of downtown Miami. The park provides valuable access and opportunities for over 700,000 visitors each year to explore breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and maritime heritage. Rangers at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Homestead, FL, offer orientation, answer questions, and plan and lead diverse interpretive programs and special events for audiences of all ages. They conduct roving interpretation along jetty trails, assist with visitor contacts on remote islands, lead fishing and paddling clinics, host Park After Dark events, and share safety messages related to boating, snorkeling, and wildlife. More information can be found at www.nps.gov/bisc.
Everglades National Park is a vast, subtropical wilderness home to sawgrass prairies, cypress domes, mangrove forests, and Florida Bay. As a World Heritage Site and Wetland of International Importance, it plays a critical role in protecting the Greater Everglades ecosystem. Rangers at the Flamingo and Gulf Coast Districts connect visitors with the park's biodiversity and cultural heritage through interpretive programs and visitor services. They provide orientation, share safety and resource messages, host Dark Sky Park events, assist with backcountry permits and orientation for the wilderness waterway, and help with roving interpretation on trails and backcountry areas. Rangers also support special events and outreach, working with volunteers and ensuring visitor compliance with park regulations. More information can be found at www.nps.gov/ever.
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.
Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) 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/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001).
Additional Information:
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Big Cypress National Preserve is October - April, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: Mid-October through early November depending on location. Seasonal end dates for each park are typically mid-April to early May.
This announcement will now close on July 15, 2025. All applications received by the closing date will be reviewed for consideration for referral.
This announcement is to recruit for fourteen GS-0025-05 positions in the following locations:
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.
Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly, non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402[b][7]), based on series and grade, anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS).
If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period, you are still welcome to apply. However, please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility.
The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1040 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1040 hours, unless granted an exception by OPM.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/15/2025:
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 07/15/2025. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
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 07/15/2025:
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 07/15/2025. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
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/839564000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.