Operate small oar, sail or mechanically propelled craft, generally under 55 meters (180 feet) in length used to transport cargo and personnel, conducting tows, and participating in resource management and protection patrols and search and rescue operations. Selectee receiving a first appointment to Federal Government is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.

Duties

The small craft operator (boat captain) will operate sightseeing trips ranging from 20 to 70 miles (round trip). These are runs on large open surface lake areas with wind fetching up to 15 miles. The boat operator must use engine power and rudder controls to maneuver the boot close to the dock nod then secure anchor lines. These operations can be hazardous and take great skill to accomplish in a safe and professional manner. 50-ton: Serve as a boat captain in command of a 49-foot and 59-foot sightseeing vessel powered by a two Cummins 610-hp engines used to transport up to 35 and 49 paying passengers on the park interpretive trips and charters on Rainy, Kabetogama, and Namakan Lakes. Have full responsibilities for instructing and directing deck hands in safe operations during docking, passenger loading, navigation, and boat underway procedures. Perform daily checks, cleaning, and minor maintenance on vessel, outboard motor, and on-board safety equipment. Report maintenance and repair needs in a timely way to the park's senior Interpretive Specialist. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm EST, NOVEMBER 29, 2023. Initial consideration will be given to candidates whose applications have been received before the first cut-off date. Qualification requirements must be met for those applications submitted by the first cut-off date.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)Operation of Motor VehiclesReliability and Dependability as a Small Craft OperatorVehicle OperationWork Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order) SCREENOUT: Performed work involving the operation of small mechanically propelled crafts to transport passengers. This experience must have included: operating small craft (25 to 63 foot, single or twin screw) to transport personnel and supplies; Navigated in a variety of water conditions including low or high water in the presence of floating debris, submerged or topographical features, under extreme weather conditions including high winds, snow and heavy rain in both daylight and non-daylight hours. Responsible for transporting and securing cargo and passengers, and loading/unloading materials at shorelines without docking or landing facilities. Troubleshot mechanical problems within the engine room or on the rudder system, once underway. Anchored a vessel to hold an exact position for sightseeing activity or in an emergency situation. Determined the need and extent of major vessel repairs and develops a cyclic maintenance program; prepares detailed technical specifications for contract repair and alterations during dry-docking. Independently determined load limits, weight distribution of loads and safe methods for transporting a variety of types of loads. I can lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds. SCREENOUT: Possess prior to applying and maintain during employment: 1) A U.S. Coast Guard Limited Master License for a master of motor vessels of at least 50 gross registered tons upon inland waters; 2) The selectee must be able to maintain the license and credentials prior to applying and during employment. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Voyageurs National Park 360 Highway 11 East International Falls, MN 56649 US
• Name: MWR HR West Team
• Email: [email protected]