This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/708239000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
These positions are located at Ozark National Scenic Riverways in either Eminence or Van Buren, Missouri. Questions about the area or duties? Contact: Dena_Matteson@nps.gov
Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2023
All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Interns may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to permanent employment.
02/24/2023 to 03/03/2023
$16.24 - $16.57 per hour
GS 3 - 4
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Internships
Full-time
Competitive
None
No
No
MW-1544-OZAR-23-11849947-PA
708239000
Students eligible to apply must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled in a degree or certificate seeking program, attending at least half-time and in good standing (minimum overall Grade Point Average of 2.0). Enrollment must be with an accredited educational institution or state-approved home school.
Park guides connect people to parks. They play a key role in ensuring that visitors have meaningful, satisfying, and safe park experiences, help visitors decide how to spend their time in the park, and inform them about the wonders that await their discovery. Park Guides help visitors explore the many dimensions of the park by introducing them to a variety of perspectives. By providing the opportunity for visitors to care about the places they visit, they promote stewardship and the opportunity for those visitors to care for park resources.
National parks are among the most remarkable places in America for recreation, learning and inspiration. The work done by a Park Guide through effective interpretation and educational programs encourages the development of a personal stewardship ethic and broadens public support for preserving and protecting park resources so that they may be enjoyed by present and future generations.
The positions serve as front-line representatives of the National Park Service by meeting and greeting the visiting public. Duties require use of audio/visual equipment, interpretive equipment, computers, and park vehicles. Much of the work is done outside in hot, humid conditions, or in caves. Biting insects are common.
IN ADDITION to the above duties:
At the GS-3 level: Incumbents conduct limited and pre-established talks, including introductions to historic structures and static exhibit interpretation. The positions operate visitor contact stations at Van Buren, Round Spring and Alley Spring, provide visitors with park and local information, directions, and respond to inquiries. Incumbents assist with park special events and roving.
At the GS-4 level: From prescribed research and documents, incumbents conduct talks, walks, tours, evening amphitheater programs, and children's programs for the public relating to park themes. The positions operate visitor contact stations at Van Buren, Round Spring and Alley Spring, and provide visitors with park and local information, directions, and respond to inquiries. Incumbents assist with park special events and roving interpretation.
Positions will be filled at either the GS-3 or the GS-4 level, depending upon your qualifications and park funding availability. Positions may be filled at different times depending on budget, hiring needs, and requirements. These positions have no known promotion potential. You may be considered for the GS-03, GS-04 or both by indicating the lowest grade you are willing to accept. Promotion from the GS-03 level to the GS-04 level without further competition does not apply to temporary positions. Positions are also available at two duty station locations. You must indicate which locations you wish to be considered for.
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.
You will NOT be considered under Pathways unless you provide supporting information from your school. Documentation may be provided in letter format from your academic advisor, school counselor, admission office, etc. to prove enrollment OR it may be provided in the form of several official documents from your school such as a copy of your official transcripts and a copy of your class schedule for next semester. Copies of documents from your school website are acceptable if they contain all relevant information as listed above. Letters from advisors or other school officials must be on school letterhead.
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.
Temporary appointment not-to-exceed one year but may be extended each year without further competition, if you continue to meet the eligibility requirements under the Pathways Internship program and funding is available.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Government housing MAY be available, but is not guaranteed.
If selected, you will be required to sign a Pathways Agreement which specifies the conditions of your employment as we've indicated in this job announcement. You must continue to meet the Pathways Program requirements throughout the duration of your appointment. To verify that you do, we will require proof of your continued enrollment and good standing each semester or grading period throughout your internship. Failure to do so will result in termination of your internship and employment.
Conversion: Although we do not currently anticipate this position to continue after you have completed your educational requirements, if you successfully complete your internship, you may be eligible for non-competitive placement into a term or permanent position if one should become available. Conversion into a term or permanent position is neither guaranteed or implied, but successful completion of your internship will give you the eligibility to be converted.
Physical Demands: The work ranges from moderately sedentary to moderately strenuous. Duties involve standing for prolonged periods, walking and occasional lifting of supplies.
Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors at the visitor center as well as in outdoor areas resulting in exposure to extreme temperatures, rain, snow, wind and direct sunlight.
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_Inform
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and the minimum qualification requirements for this job.Minimally qualified students will be referred to the supervisor in unranked order by veterans preference status:
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/03/2023:
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 03/03/2023. 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 03/03/2023:
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 03/03/2023. 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/708239000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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