The typical seasonal period for these positions is May through September but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2025. This is an open continuous announcement. Applicants will be referred throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions are filled or announcement reaches the closing date. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (EST), January 22, 2025.

Duties

These positions are located in Cape Cod National Seashore, in the Visitor and Resource Protection Division. The incumbent is responsible for safely operating a gasoline powered passenger tram and trailer(s) capable of transporting up to 55 passengers per trip from remote parking areas to Cape Cod National Seashore beaches. Tram operators need to be able to work without more than normal supervision and be able to coordinate tram operations with other drivers. The tram operation transports hundreds of park visitors to the beach each shift and operators need to be able to function appropriately and be able to communicate effectively in stressful and emergency situations should they arise. (65%).Other duties include providing visitor orientation and information on tram schedules and operations; providing visitors with a safety briefing regarding riding on, loading, and unloading the trams; providing visitors with beach and surf condition information, and providing visitors with information regarding park activities and resources. (30%).This position will also be responsible for performing routine vehicle maintenance (check fluid levels, clean vehicle, check air/tires, etc.) which contributes to supporting the daily operation of trams and trailers, and safe transportation of park visitors. (5%).

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) Operation of motor vehicle. Work practices. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. Ability to drive safely. Ability to operate safely. 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 Cape Cod National Seashore 99 Marconi Site Wellfleet, MA 02667 US
• Name: Lena Jackson
• Phone: (617) 999-0793
• Email: [email protected]