Job Listing: Park Guide, GS-0090-05, PERI

Duty Locations

 3 vacancies - Pea Ridge Nat'l Memorial Park, AR

This vacancy announcement will be used to fill 3 positions at this time, however, it may be used to fill additional similar vacancies.   These positions are located at Pea Ridge National Military Park in Garfield, Arkansas.   These are seasonal temporary positions, with work not to exceed 1039 hours in a service year.   Under this type of appointment, selectee(s) may be eligible for rehire in future seasons.

The employees of the National Park Service care for the special places that are the heritage of all Americans.   Since its inception in 1916, the National Park Service has been dedicated to the preservation and management of this country's outstanding natural, historical, and recreational resources.

Experience Your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.

Go to the bottom of this "page" and click on "Print Preview" to view and/or print the whole announcement.   You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not get full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined.

Major Duties

The incumbent will work in the Visitor Services and Resource Protection Division at Pea Ridge National Military Park.   Major duties will include staffing the front desk at the visitor center, collecting fees and distributing information to park visitors.   Interpretive programs on various aspects of this 2-day battle will be given the Visitor Center, the Elkhorn Tavern and at other important parts of the park.   Guided walks and tours will also be given on weekends.  
Position will be filled at the GS-5 level.   Employees in temporary appointments cannot receive promotions.  
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
NUMBER OF VACANCIES:   We expect to fill 3 vacancies at this time; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies.  
SSN:   Providing your Social Security Number is voluntary; however, we cannot process your application without it.
CITIZENSHIP:   U.S. Citizenship is required.   Please be sure to indicate your citizenship on your application materials.
IF YOU APPLY:   Please carefully read the information and carefully follow all steps under How to Apply to assure that receive full consideration.   Your resume or application should include a work experience block for each paid or non-paid position held that relates to the job for which you are applying.   To assure proper credit, you MUST indicate the month and year you began and ended each job, and the number of hours worked per week.   (If the position was seasonal, please indicate the months you worked each year.)
ADDITIONAL DUTY LOCATION INFORMATION:
Pea Ridge National Military Park is located in Northwest Arkansas ten miles from Rogers, Arkansas.   The area has an abundance of recreational opportunities, ranging from outdoor activities to shopping with everything in between.   These include all types of water sports on scenic Beaver Lake located just ten miles from the park.   The area has housing available for rent and purchase in Rogers and the surrounding towns.   Located just twenty miles to the south is the University of Arkansas in the town of Fayetteville, the weather in the summer can be hot and humid with temperatures reaching near 100 degrees.
FOR SPECIFIC AREA AND HOUSING INFORMATION, OR SPECIFIC INFORMATION ON JOB DUTIES CONTACT:  Steve Black, Chief Ranger, at 479-451-8122.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:   Under the Requirements of the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), all new Federal employees, must pass a background investigation.   Appointment is subject to a preemployment finger print and credit check.   Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.   Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
A pre-employment National Agency Check (NAC) must be completed for anyone who does not already have this level of clearance prior to entry on duty.   An additional background security investigation (NACI) will be initiated for those who do not already have this level of clearance.   Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.   Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   Standing for long periods of time, walking for distances ip to six miles daily, climbing and descending steep inclines, bending, and lifting moderately heavy items in a repetitive motion is required.  Mental stress and physical fatigue occur due to high volume of personal contacts, occasional emergency responses, and repetitive nature of interpretive programs.  Extreme physical exertion may be required while performing search and rescue, wildland fire fighting and other emergency response duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Some of the work is performed indoors and outdoors in exposure to extreme temperatures, rain, snow, wind and direct sunlight. 
TRAVEL, TRANSPORTATION AND RELOCATION EXPENSES:   Will NOT be paid.
OVERTIME WORK:   No.
TRAVEL:    Up to 3 nights per month.
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: These are seasonal temporary positions, with work not to exceed 1039 hours in a service year.   Under this type of appointment, selectee(s) may be eligible for rehire in future seasons.
TOUR OF DUTY:  The work schedule is full-time 80 hours every two weeks.  The incumbent will work weekends, holidays and some evenings providing visitor services to the public.
PAY:   Actual salary for the individual selected for this position will be set in accordance with applicable regulations.   Direct Deposit is required as a condition of employment.   Candidates appointed, competitively promoted or reassigned are required to enroll and participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
FLSA:   Non-Exempt  
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL:   No
DRUG TESTING DESIGNATED POSITION:  No.
REQUIRED OCCUPANCY:   No
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
DRIVING A VEHICLE:  Yes.   Incumbent must possess a valid state driver's license in order to operate specific vehicles as required by state law.   You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as a part of your official duties.   Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently is management determines such a need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to you possession of a valid State issued drivers license that is current and not revoked, suspended, cancelled or otherwise disqualified in any way that would prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle.   Additionally, you will submit a photocopy of your valid State issued drivers license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year (or more frequently if management determines such a need exists).
GOVERNMENT HOUSING IS NOT AVAILABLE.
UNIFORM:   Yes.   This position requires the incumbent to wear the National Park Service uniform in accordance with applicable policies as a condition of employment.  

How to Apply

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION MATERIALS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL OR EMAIL SENT TO THE HR FRANCHISE OFFICE. 

IF YOU DO SEND THEM DIRECTLY TO THE HR FRANCHISE OFFICE BY MAIL OR EMAIL, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION.  YOU MUST FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS BELOW TO APPLY.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:

1. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and

2. Your résumé or application form; and any other supporting documents needed (such as DD214 to show veterans' preference, or transcripts, for example.) 

We encourage you to complete both of these steps online. Applying online is the most efficient and effective way to ensure your application is received and processed in a timely manner.  If you cannot submit all application materials online, you may submit some documents online and some offline.  For example, you may be able to submit the questionnaire and resume online but do not have an electronic copy of your transcripts.  In this case, you may submit the questionnaire and resume online and send the transcripts via fax (see below). 

Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing.  You can track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager.

DUE DATE:   No matter how you apply (online or by faxing materials as directed below), your Application Package status must be Complete by Tuesday, April 08, 2008.   All resumes must be submitted by midnight Eastern time on the closing date.    (DO NOT send your application or supporting documents directly to the HR Franchise Office by fax or mail.   They cannot be accepted.)

Option A:   Using Application Manager

To begin, choose one of these options:

·  If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.

·  If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, you will be given the option to upload these documents in the Application Manager.    Click this link to begin the process:  Online Questionnaire.    If you need help with how to upload documents you may contact the application manager help desk, or click on the help button within the Application Manager.  

After the assessment questionnaire is submitted, you will receive a notice that indicates the submission was successful.

To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links   you used to begin as described above, or simply go to https://ApplicationManager.org.   To apply for this position, the Vacancy ID Number is:  SR182191.

MORE DETAILS:   The USAJOBS web site provides a "Create a Resume" feature that you may use to develop and submit a resume for this position. The completed resume can be attached to this vacancy announcement and submitted electronically. To do so, scroll down to the end of the vacancy announcement. Click on the "Apply Online" icon. Then follow the USAJOBS web site instructions. Your resume will be attached only to the online Assessment Questionnaire you complete and Submit from this session.   (It will not be attached any other Questionnaires you may already have Saved or Submitted). If you do not have all the requested documents stored in the USAJOBS resume builder, you will be able to upload the rest of your documents and/or fax the remaining documents, such as veterans preference or transcript documentation.   See information below for how to fax supporting documentation.

FAXING DOCUMENTS:   If you ARE able to complete the Assessment Questionnaire online, as outlined above, but are unable to upload your resume, transcripts, or DD214, or other necessary application materials, you may use the official cover sheet (link provided in next paragraph) and fax all or part of your other documentation to:

FAX NUMBER:   1-478-757-3144.   

When faxing documents, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly, including the Vacancy ID Number for this announcement SR182191.  Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.

Please note that:   You must use the official fax number provided above.  (Applications or supporting information faxed, mailed, or emailed directly to the HR Franchise Office will NOT be accepted).

 

HOW TO SAVE AND RETURN TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE:

If you want to "Save" an incomplete online Assessment Questionnaire and return later, select the "Save" button at the top or bottom of each of the application pages and click the "Logout" button.

If you have "Saved" an incomplete online Applicant Assessment Questionnaire, you may finish it and/or upload documents by clicking on or inserting this link into your internet browser https://ApplicationManager.org. Insert your USAStaffing Application Manager User Name and Password and click the "Go" button. Once you are logged in, click on the Vacancy ID number on which you would like to work.    The Vacancy ID Number for this position is SR182191.

If you submit more than one online Assessment Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one submitted is the one that is used. Therefore, it is important for you to complete it in its entirety.

 

HOW TO VERIFY YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED:

1. Go to https://ApplicationManager.org and log in using your USAStaffing Application Manager User Name and Password.

2. Verify that your questionnaire, resume, and supporting documents were submitted successfully by clicking on the appropriate Vacancy ID: SR182191

3. Verify that all of your documents were submitted by reviewing the table.

-If an Item (Type of Document) on the table appears with a status of "OK", that Item was successfully submitted.

IF YOU NEED HELP WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS:   If you need help, or have problems with using the online application process, send an email to applicationmanagerhelpdesk@opm.gov.  

 

Option B:   Paper Qualifications Questionnaire

WHAT TO DO IF YOU CANNOT APPLY ONLINE:   If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager to complete the Assessment questionnaire, you can write your answers on paper.   Follow these steps:

1.   You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.

2.   Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.  Print a copy of this job announcement and use the Form 1203-FX as a response sheet when answering the assessment questionnaire portion of this announcement.

3.  You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and/or any supporting documents, by fax.

By Fax: If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing.

If you are faxing any documents (such as resume, transcripts, miscellaneous materials or veterans' preference documents) without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.  

The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  

Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up. 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ANSWERING THE ONLINE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE:

You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission by viewing your answers before submitting your answers.   You must click the "Submit Your Answers" button when you are done.   Follow the instructions that appear on the screen until you receive an acknowledgment that your answers have been successfully submitted. The online Assessment Questionnaire must be completed and submitted by 12:00 midnight Eastern time on Tuesday, April 08, 2008.

Here's a printed out version of the entire Assessment Questionnaire you will be answering as a part of your application:

Social Security Number


Vacancy Identification Number

SR182191
1. Title of Job

Park Guide, GS-0090-05, PERI
2. Biographic Data

3. E-Mail Address


4. Work Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

5. Employment Availability

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

6. Citizenship

Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

8. Other Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

9. Languages

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

10. Lowest Grade


05
11. Miscellaneous Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

12. Special Knowledge

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

13. Test Location

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

14. Veteran Preference Claim

15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service

16. Availability Date


17. Service Computation Date

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

18. Other Date Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

19. Job Preference

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

20. Occupational Specialties


001 Park Guide
21. Geographic Availability


7089 Pea Ridge Nat'l Memorial Park, AR
22. Transition Assistance Plan

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

23. Job Related Experience

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

24. Personal Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:

1. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Park Guide, GS-0090-05 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.

YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.

A. I possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level. Specialized Experience is experience that involved making oral presentations of historical, scientific, or program information to groups; or developing and/or revising technical, historical, or scientific information for oral presentation to groups. Examples of specialized experience could include Park Guide or tour leader; naturalist; environmental educator or teacher; or other similar work.

B. I do not have the one year of experience as defined in A above; however, I have four years of education above high school (120 semester hour or 180 quarter hours) leading to a bachelors degree with courses related to the occupation, such as in American history, science, and/or public speaking, or that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in such subjects.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: If you are using education to qualify you must document your course work and/or degree completed in your resume or other application materials you submit. You must submit a copy of your transcripts or a complete list of college courses taken that identifies for each course the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade received, and date completed. If you are qualifying based on education and you do not submit specific course work information as described previously, your application will be rated not qualified for consideration. (A copy of your official transcripts will be required before entrance on duty, if selected).

C. I have NOT completed 1 full year of specialized experience as described in 1A above or the 4 years of education as indicated in 1B above, but I have an equivalent combination of education and experience. NOTE: Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study, or 60 semester hours, beyond the second year is equivalent to l year of specialized experience. For example, I have 6 months of the specialized experience described in A above (50% of the experience requirement), and 3 years of college study from an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education) which included at least 12 semester hours of related coursework as specified in B above (50% of the related coursework required).

D. I do not meet or exceed any of the above statements.

For the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position.

Be sure to describe your experience that supports your answers to the questions below, in your resume or application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.

A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but I have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without supervision from senior employee.
E- I am regarded as expert in performing this task, and/or have trained others (or am consulted by others) on how to do this.

2. Orally providing information to the public about the cultural, historical, and/or natural resources of interest of the Park, area, facility, etc. (E.g., as in working as a tour guide, park interpreter, museum or observatory guide, docent, or naturalist).

3. Presenting programs that were developed by others using formal interpretive techniques (demonstrations, story-telling, reenactment, or other) in formal program presentations. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

4. Developing and presenting original interpretive programs on a theme (cultural, historical and/or natural science). (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

5. Providing informal interpretive services to individuals and/or groups.

6. Presenting slide shows, and/or multi-media programs.

7. Presenting interpretive multi-media programs or slide shows on cultural or historical topics.

8. Presenting interpretive conducted activities, programs, illustrated programs, or demonstrations. (For example, ranger-led walks, talks, hikes, bus/tram tours, illustrated programs, living history demonstration, etc.)

9. Delivering interpretive presentations that required adapting methods, techniques and/or content to meet the needs of diverse audiences (e.g., different ages; levels of knowledge, education or understanding of the subject; interest levels; etc.

10. Presenting programs to students in an educational setting.

11. Adapting interpretive programs to meet the needs of individuals with differing learning abilities and cultural backgrounds. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

12. Making interpretive presentations that incorporated and reflected a variety of learning styles, e.g., audio, visual, and kinesthetic (interactive) learning styles.

13. Using a variety of interpretive techniques in making presentations, such as story-telling, hands-on, demonstrations, questioning, etc. (Be sure to list and describe these in your application materials.)

14. Using informal interpretive techniques during visitor contacts to provide information on regulations, safety concerns and/or hazards, etc. (e.g., contacting visitors who are behaving in an unsafe way, or are not in compliance with rules. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

15. Performing roving contact of a park or other comparable facility or area to provide information and informal interpretive services.

16. Assisting in the research and preparation of interpretive presentations.

17. Using informal interpretive techniques during visitor contacts to provide information on the general geographic area and its resources, recreational opportunities, etc. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

18. Providing information to the public about resource-oriented topics specifically to stimulate their interest and appreciation. (e.g., provided interesting and informative facts and background about the resources, topics or features).

19. Communicating the significance of an areas natural, cultural, and/or historic resources.

20. Using visitor contacts to encourage protection and preservation of the parks or other facilitys resources. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

21. Writing or editing of various technical or non-technical publications, reports, interpretive materials, and/or outlines for talks.

22. Making corrections or routine updates to brochures or handouts.

23. Preparing correspondence in reply to written inquiries and communications.

24. Gathering information and preparing articles, publications, formal report papers, or bulletins.

25. Writing bulletins, brochures, or articles on cultural or historical resource topics. (Be sure to list and describe in your application materials.)

26. Writing narrative text for public displays or exhibits.

27. Gathering information for reports, compiling statistics, and preparing technical or program reports.

28. Using word processing software to prepare letters, reports, or other documents.

29. Using email communications in reading and responding to inquiries and creating effective communications.

30. Accessing the Internet to obtain information and perform research.

31. Using desktop publishing software (such as InDesign, PageMaker, Quark, or Publisher) to create materials.

32. Using PowerPoint or other presentation software to create a presentation.

33. Using business software (such as database, word processing, and/or spreadsheet software) to enter, track, monitor, and report information.

34. Using image editing software to manipulate digital images and graphics.

35. Using graphic editing software (such as Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, Corel Draw, or Illustrator) to produce written materials.

36. Working in a visitor center or information kiosk in a State, National, or local Park, Historical Site, outdoor education center, public gardens, or comparable informational visitor-oriented operation.

37. Greeting visitors, providing directions, disseminating general information, and providing orientation about services or activities and other information of interest to the public.

38. Stocking information desk and displays with brochures, etc., for visitor handouts and keeping information desk orderly.

39. Keeping informational bulletin boards up-to-date and in a well-kept, attractive state.

40. Following specific procedures and guidelines to open and close a visitor center (or other comparable small business or center operation).

41. Assisting the public in planning visits to and recommending activities in the area.

42. Setting up, operating and performing minor maintenance of Audio/Visual equipment.

43. Suggesting brochures, books, or informational materials in response to visitor interest in a particular resource or area natural feature.

44. Responding to mail, email, and/or telephone information requests.

45. Collecting cash and other payments in any sales operation that required calculating costs and making change for customer purchases/payments.

46. Collecting cash and other payments in a high volume cost operation (e.g., a busy entrance station, visitor center (or comparable), grocery store, restaurant, etc.), calculating costs and making change for customer purchases/payments.

47. Filling out daily shift reports to account for sales.

48. Using office equipment that has included electronic cash register and credit card machines to perform fee collection or cash processing work.

49. Providing current, accurate information to visitors concerning the geographically surrounding areas of interest.

50. Serving as a front-line representative of an organization - greeting visitors; answering questions; and responding to comments, concerns and/or complaints following established guidelines.

51. Working independently where job entails handling a high volume of personal contacts with the public.

52. Working independently handling public relations and/or other issues under stressful or controversial situations. (Be sure to give examples in your application or resume that support your answer.)

53. Providing positive and productive interactions with a diverse public representing a cross-section of the nation and other Countries to include: different cultures; ages; social, ethnic, and economic groups; etc. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

54. Handling group or crowd control in sensitive or contentious situations.

55. Handling group or crowd control in routine situations.

56. Maintaining courtesy and rapport with individuals when contacting them to gain their cooperation in routine situations.

57. Demonstrating understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern in handling adversarial, contentious, hostile, or otherwise stressful situations. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

58. Handling unexpected complications or obstacles that arise in dealing with others. . (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

59. Working effectively as part of a team and/or getting along with co-workers. (Be sure to specifically describe this experience in your resume.)

60. Participating in Civil War historical demonstrations and activities.

61. Performing or participating in Civil War living history interpretive presentations.

62. Researching and preparing papers, articles, brochures, or other documents and/or media on the Civil war.

63. Explaining or interpreting facets of Civil War history and/or period culture as it relates to the conflict to others.

64. Teaching Civil War History.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:   WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR SUPPORTING APPLICATION MATERIALS

(1) APPLICATION OR RESUME:   A written application for employment. You may submit a resume, a completed OF-612 Optional Application for Federal Employment (which can be obtained at www.opm.gov/of612.htm), or any other alternative format.   SPECIAL NOTE:   Your application should include a work experience block for each paid or non-paid position held that relates to the job for which you are applying.   Be sure to indicate the month and year you began and ended each job, and the number of hours worked per week.   Your application materials must include all of the information specified in this vacancy announcement. 

YOU MUST PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION THAT SUPPORTS THE ANSWERS YOU GAVE IN THE QUESTIONNAIRE.  The vacancy announcement includes a list of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (the Rating Factors) that have been identified as being needed to perform the work of this position.  The questions in the Assessment Questionnaire for this position are based on these KSAs, and are designed to assess your capability to perform the work.  Be sure your resume or other application materials you submit include detailed information to support your answers on the questionnaire.  This can be done in the resume itself in your work expereince descriptions; or if you prefer, you can include a separate page with your resume that specifically addresses the KSAs, and/or the answers you provided to the questionnaire, describing the related experience or education that support your answers.  Be aware that we will review application materials, and If it is not apparent how you acquired the level you claim in your answers to the questionnaire, your score will be lowered.  Be especially sure to indicate in writing how you meet any mandatory requirements specified in the announcement (Selective Factors), as this is required to be found qualified.

Applications must be typed or printed clearly in dark ink. A blank OF-612, other forms, or additional information on how to apply for Federal jobs can be obtained from the Internet at www.usajobs.opm.gov, or by calling (478) 757-3000 or TDD (478) 744-2299.

Upon selection and offer of employment, applicants will be asked to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. You will be asked to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application.   If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, may be fired after beginning work, or may be fined or jailed.


2) VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:   If you are claiming Veteran's preference, you MUST clearly identify your claim for veteran's preference on your application, and must provide specific required evidence such as: DD-214 (Member Copy 4), Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or Standard Form 15 (SF-15), "Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference" and proof requested on the form. Failure to submit appropriate supporting documentation will result in NOT granting veteran's preference. For more information on Veteran's preference, visit: http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp.

3) APPLICANTS UNDER SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITIES OR VEOA ACCESS:   Applicants applying under any special hiring authority or access should identify the program under which they are applying and must submit the documentation required to show eligibility under the special program.

4) COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS:   If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts (or a complete list of all college or other courses taken, indicating the course titles, dates attended, credit and grade received).  

5) SF-50, NOTIFICATION OF PERSONNEL ACTION:   Only if you are a current or former Federal Civilian employee, provide a copy of your SF-50 showing current grade and tenure and an SF-50 showing highest (permanent) grade ever held, or an SF-50 showing permanent status, if different.

 

DO NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR APPLICATION OR RESUME:

·    Documents containing your photograph.   In accordance with Federal hiring laws, applications may not include any document that contains photographs or descriptions of the applicant.  

·    Electronic information such as CDs, MP3 files, diskettes, videos, DVDs, or other recorded formats.  

 

IF YOU NEED HELP WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS:   If you need help, or have problems with using the online application process, send an email to applicationmanagerhelpdesk@opm.gov

IMPORTANT: 

YOU MUST FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS DESCRIBED ABOVE TO APPLY.  APPLICATION MATERIALS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL OR EMAIL SENT TO THE HR FRANCHISE OFFICE.  IF YOU DO SEND THEM DIRECTLY TO THE HR FRANCHISE OFFICE BY MAIL OR EMAIL, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION. 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, CONTACT:

Email: WASO_HRFranchise_Seasonal@nps.gov or call:  1-888-279-9193.

Required Documents:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:

1. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and

2. Your résumé or application form; and any other supporting documents needed (such as DD214 to show veterans' preference, or transcripts, for example.) 

Contact Information:
HR Support

Phone: (888)279-9193

Email: WASO_HRFranchise_Seasonal@nps.gov


Or write:
WASO HR Franchise
12795 West Alameda Parkway
Lakewood, CO 80228

USA


What To Expect Next:

Once your complete application is received, we will verify your responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire against your other supporting application materials you submitted, and your final score will be assigned.  Based on applicant scores, the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.  We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement.