This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/483732900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is a located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, in the Interpretation Division Division. Please visit find a park for additional park information.
This recruitment will be used to fill a temporary appointment in the Excepted Service under the Contiguous to the Area Authority. Excepted Service appointments do not give you competitive service status to apply for merit promotion (internal) vacancies.
This position is a Full-Time temporary position not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours (about 6 months) in a service year. Position 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 Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is April - October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: 04/15/18
This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 50 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 50 applicants, or is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 50 applicant limit.
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.
11/06/2017 to 11/10/2017
$14.07 - $14.07 per hour
GS 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Park-wide Travel
No
Temporary - 1039 Hours
Full-Time
No
IM-1541-GLCA-18-10073991-DE
483732900
Provides pre-established talks where the features are largely self-explanatory and are easily observed and understood as to origin, development, form and significance, and the interpretive service required by the guide is of a repetitive nature. In addition, the talks provide general information about other sites of public interest; facilities for public use; pertinent rules and regulations; and other matters designed to stimulate a sense of appreciation and thus encourage protection and preservation of the scenic, scientific or historic features. The talks may be given in conjunction with live demonstrations, the use of electronic maps, photographic slides, and other audio-visual devices. Provides a wide range of services to visitors, including assistance with lost articles, car trouble, and first aid; and provides information about weather conditions, highway routes, park and concessioner facilities, and prices. In performing this duty the guide is responsible for providing current, accurate information concerning the NPS and other surrounding areas of interest, explaining the area's recreational opportunities, including NPS interpretive services, concession-operated facilities and services, campground availability and hiking trails. Additionally, provides public orientation and explanations of current park events, and informs visitors of potential safety hazards.
Area Information: Escalante is small town, typical of rural southern Utah, amenities include gas stations, restaurants, grocery store, farm supply center, art galleries and gift shops. There is a medical clinic that is open Monday through Friday with the nearest hospital in Panguitch about 70 miles west of Escalante. The Escalante district encompasses beautiful red-rock country ranging in elevations from 4,000' to 8,000' and includes some of the best backcountry hiking experiences within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The lower section of the Escalante River, can be reached by boat from the main channel of Lake Powell. Recreation runs the spectrum of outdoor activities with backpacking, canyoneering, skiing (water and snow), boating, whitewater sports, hunting and fishing all with a few hours' drive.
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.
Physical Demands: The work requires standing for long periods of time, walking for long distances, climbing and descending steep inclines, bending, and lifting moderately heavy items. Mental stress and physical fatigue occur due to high volume of personal contacts, occasional emergency responses, and repetitive nature of interpretive programs.
Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors resulting in exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
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.
Eligible applicants will be referred by unranked method in priority group order according to Veteran's Preference. Priority Groups are:
Priority Group I (CPS/CP)-Qualified persons entitled to 10-point preference that have a compensable service connected disability of 10 percent or more;
Priority Group II- All other qualified persons entitled to 10-point preference (XP) and 5-point preference (TP)
Priority Group III-All other applicants (Non-Veterans).
You will be evaluated on the following :
*Minimum Qualifications: Specialized Experience OR Education OR Combination of Education and Specialized Experience
If you meet the qualification requirements based on your online application and are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the official for further review.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/10/2017:
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 11/10/2017. 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.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/483732900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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