This career/career conditional full-time position is located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. For information on the area or duties of the position contact Steve Erkelenz, the Commercial Services Specialist at 440-346-1198 or [email protected], Relocation expenses are not ofered for this position.

Duties

The position is located in the Maintenance division, duty stationed at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The employee will be responsible for general maintenance for 12 leases that consist of a variety of structures. The main focus will be on the leases that are a part of the Rural Landscape Program, by the Park and its non-profit partner, Countryside. The Rural Landscape Program focuses on reviving the farming activity in the park. Eleven park farms are leased by NPS to private individuals providing sustainable farming operations that vary from a winery to a goat farm to a vegetable and fruit farm. Each farm includes multiple structures (residential and fields), and this position will be the day-to-day point of contact for the National Park Service responsibilities as the lessor. This position will be the lead for annual inspections; maintenance and repairs (responding to basic client job requests); work with the subject-matter-experts on higher level issues; and oversee work with a seasonal staff on seasonal projects. This position will be the main contact for the lessees and works on a collaborative management team that consists of business, resource management, and partner members.Assures that safety and housekeeping rules are followed and tools and equipment are properly maintained and safety stored. The employee oversees all building and utilities work including planning projects, general upkeep and ordering supplies and materials. Assists in planning and estimating time and material for projects and computerized maintenance systems. Employee is required to maintain up to date knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing. Assist in planning and implementing the job safety program for the building and utilities unit and the park. Employee will work in the field with the employees that they lead. Will serve as Project Inspector on construction contracts. Employee will use basic computer skills daily, such as Word Processing; Internet based communication and training; and Internet based Facility Management i.e. the Facility Management Software System (FMSS). Employee will perform FMSS data collection and input, by use of computer and hand held portable devices. AREA INFORMATION: Government Housing NOT available.Located in Northeastern, Ohio Cuyahoga Valley National Park is situated along 22 miles of the Cuyahoga River Valley in a suburban setting between the cities of Akron and Cleveland . The park is predominately natural forest and meadow with some areas of agriculture and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. Winters are moderately cold with average temperatures in the 20 to 30 degree ranges. Heavy snowfall is not unusual. Summers are moderately warm, average temperatures in the high 70's and 80's with occasional warm spells in the 90's. Rural, suburban, and urban communities are all within a reasonable commuting distance. Excellent K-12 schools, numerous colleges, universities, hospitals, and cultural attractions are available in the area. Cuyahoga Valley National Park's Web Site: http://www.nps.gov/cuvaPhysical Effort: Physical effort is heavy to moderate and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Working Conditions: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90+ degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment, paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks and biting insects. Must possess a valid State Driver's License.

Requirements

Qualifications

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. A specific length of time and experience is not required to be considered qualified for this position. However, you must be able to demonstrate in your resume and supporting application materials that you possess sufficient knowledge, skill and ability to perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Note: You must demonstrate that you have experience of PERSONALLY performing this type of work. Supervising, managing, planning or contracting this type of work which does not demonstrate that you can also personally do the work will not be considered as qualifying. You must meet the 2 point level on the screen out factor/element and an average of level 2 on all factors/elements listed. 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 Cuyahoga Valley National Park 15610 Vaughn Road Brecksville, OH 44141 US
• Name: Mark Laver
• Phone: (330) 657-2370 X4
• Email: [email protected]