Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a PARK RANGER. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. The first cut-off date Feb 9, 24 The second cut-off date Feb 23, 24 The third cut-off date March 8, 24 Job announcement may be extended until all vacancies are filled. Duty Location: Napa, California

Duties

Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours in a service year may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. As a seasonal Park Ranger, your duties will include: Serving as an initial contact for park visitors. Conducting regular, frequent patrols of recreation areas by vehicle, boat, bicycle or on foot to ensure public safety and to monitor visitor compliance and resource impacts. Working in the park visitor center and entrance station(s). Assisting park visitors and answering questions about available recreational activities, park facilities and resources, and other related topics. Performing light grounds maintenance duties such as collecting rubbish and/or emptying containers. Administering first aid and other emergency assistance based on certification level and experience. Assisting higher-graded park rangers and other staff members with special projects based on education, skills, program needs, and interests. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the education and/or specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume. To qualify at the GS-05 level: You must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service, which includes: 1) Conducting patrols to check conditions at various park and recreation areas; 2) Drafting reports, maps, and/or other related documents for higher level review; 3) Explaining rules and regulations to park visitors or providing information on park activities and resources. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the Federal service (GS-04). WORK EXPERIENCE THAT ONLY INCLUDES LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS QUALIFYING SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE. Examples of qualifying experience may include (but are not limited to) the following: Experience working as a park guide or tour leader; assisting in geological or historical preservation project initiatives; assisting in the execution of wildland fire protection programs within the boundaries of a national, state, and/or local park or conservation area; ensuring regulatory compliance in the conservation of natural resources and/or the safety of park visitors. These examples are not all inclusive. OR A four-year course study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work with a major of study in natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. If selected, the selectee will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer. 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. You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 03/08/2024.

Education

This vacancy announcement allows substituting education for experience at the GS-05 grade level. Applicants must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.

You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.

Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, refer to the Office of Personnel Management and U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information.

Contacts

• Address CCAO Bureau of Reclamation 7794 Folsom Dam Road Folsom, CA 95630 US
• Name: BOR CA Great Basin Human Resources Office
• Phone: 916-978-5476
• Email: [email protected]