Total 134 job vacancies by National Park Service

Yosemite, Ca, has three full time permanent Positions and two career seasonal position subject to non-pay time.

Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. Non-pay dates will be two weeks at the end of January to February for one position and other position will be two months from the end of December to the beginning of March.

• Supervise a team of employees and volunteers tasked with performing Recreation Fee Program related duties including assigning work, preparing schedules, evaluating work performance, effect minor disciplinary measures, interview candidates for positions in the unit; recommend appointment, promotion, or reassignment to such positions.
• Perform assignments in accordance with all regulations governing the handling of government funds and separation of duties.
• Serve as a technical authority for the resolution of especially difficult or sensitive technical problems associated with the collection, deposit, tracking, and expenditure of fee revenue and donations.
• Test reservation system functionality in automated reservation systems such as Recreation.gov and report findings as appropriate.
• Prepare or update operating manuals and/or standard operating procedures for the implementation of fee related systems, processes, and procedures.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• This position will provide support in overseeing the daily operations of complex fee collection program which includes entrance stations, campgrounds, central remit office, and traffic control operations. Staff reporting directly to the incumbent will include Recreation Fee Technicians, Lead Recreation Fee Technicians, and volunteer camp hosts.
• The position will analyze and evaluate the fee program operations and develop short and long-term plans for the fee program.
• The incumbent will lead collaborative recruitment efforts for all subordinate positions. The position is responsible for understanding and adhering to prescribed human resource policies during the recruitment process.
• The position will support fee program reviews to ensure that concepts outlined in RM-22 are being applied in daily fee collection operations. The incumbent will interpret visitor use trends and changing management goals to maximize efficiency of fee collection operations.
• The position will analyze and evaluate projects and proposals addressing cost of collection, facility investment, security, and visitor services.
• The position will oversee the operational management of the Interagency Pass Program and public reservation system processes and procedures.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks represent an extraordinary continuum of ecosystems (96% designated wilderness) arrayed along the greatest vertical relief (1,370 to 14,505 feet elevation) of any protected area in the lower 48 states. They are the highest, most rugged reaches of the Sierra Nevada Mountains (including Mount Whitney at 14,500 feet elevation) and feature the world's largest trees - Giant Sequoias. Sequoia National Park is the nation's second oldest national park (established September 25, 1890) and encompasses 404,863 acres. Kings Canyon was established on March 4, 1940 and encompasses 458,847 acres. Both parks provide a wealth of recreational opportunities via 835 miles of trails, wild and scenic rivers, alpine lakes, and caves, along with a full range of overnight lodging prospects to choose from that include 14 campgrounds. For area information visit: https://www.nps.gov/seki/getinvolved/workwithus.htm.

Duties include:

• removes nonnative fish from alpine lakes.
• completes visual encounter surveys for amphibians and reptiles.
• sets, cleans and repairs gill nets.
• electro-fishes in streams.
• conducts fish, amphibian, and reptile surveys.
• collects field data.
• kills nonnative fish; handles dead fish.
• follows detailed protocols.
• records environmental parameters.
• uses topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation.
• provides an overview of the project to park visitors.
• and occasionally assists with research projects.
• manages logistics in preparation for summer fieldwork.
• provides orientation, training, and mentoring for summer field crews.
• oversees and conducts summer field operations.
• manipulates aquatic datasets.
• provides logistic and field support to scientific research studies.
• conducts electronic entry, quality assurance/quality control and summary reporting of field data,
• organizes and maintains field equipment and supplies.

• drafts technical reports summarizing scientific projects.
• compiles drafts of Sierra Nevada aquatic wildlife information for data collection spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence.
• evaluates and interprets the significance of scientific findings.
• analyzes biologic, chemical, and physical data as part of a multidisciplinary aquatic ecology program.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks represent an extraordinary continuum of ecosystems (96% designated wilderness) arrayed along the greatest vertical relief (1,370 to 14,505 feet elevation) of any protected area in the lower 48 states. These parks provide a wealth of recreational opportunities via 835 miles of trails, wild and scenic rivers, alpine lakes, and caves, along with a full range of overnight lodging prospects to choose from that include 14 campgrounds. For detailed area information visit: https://www.nps.gov/seki/getinvolved/workwithus.htm.

GS-04 level:

• removes nonnative fish from alpine lakes;
• completes visual encounter surveys for amphibians and reptiles;
• sets, cleans, and repairs gill nets;
• electro-fishes in streams;
• conducts fish, amphibian, and reptile surveys;
• collects field data;
• kills nonnative fish; handles dead fish;
• follows detailed protocols;
• records environmental parameters: using topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation;
• provides an overview of the project to park visitors.
• occasionally assists with research projects.

• interacts with the public regarding sensitive amphibian, reptile, or fisheries management issues;
• discusses scientific information with peers and public;
• trains other technicians, interns, volunteers, and field observers.

• Conduct field operations for long-term monitoring of aquatic resources (fish, aquatic invertebrates, aquatic vegetation, water quality, aquatic habitat) as described in monitoring protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Contribute to periodic updates and refinements of protocols and SOPs.
• Conduct all aspects of fish community and aquatic invertebrate monitoring including field data collection using electrofishing equipment and nets, sample processing and identification of fish and invertebrates, stream habitat assessment, maintaining current nomenclature for fish and/or aquatic invertebrates and maintaining a specimen reference collection for quality control and training.
• Analyze and interpret aquatic resource monitoring data using statistical software tools and ecological metrics, and communicates results in summary briefs, technical reports, and journal articles.
• Use data management systems to enter monitoring data, perform data quality assurance, document metadata, and prepare data exports for statistical analysis.

• Conduct field operations for long-term monitoring of aquatic resources (fish, aquatic invertebrates, aquatic vegetation, water quality, aquatic habitat) as described in monitoring protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Contribute to periodic updates and refinements of protocols and SOPs.
• Conduct all aspects of fish community and aquatic invertebrate monitoring including field data collection using electrofishing equipment and nets, sample processing and identification of fish and invertebrates, stream habitat assessment, maintaining current nomenclature for fish and/or aquatic invertebrates and maintaining a specimen reference collection for quality control and training.
• Analyze and interpret aquatic resource monitoring data using statistical software tools and ecological metrics, and communicates results in summary briefs, technical reports, and journal articles.
• Use data management systems to enter monitoring data, perform data quality assurance, document metadata, and prepare data exports for statistical analysis.

This position is in the Maintenance Division at Harry S Truman National Historic Site (HSTR) Independence, Missouri. The position is supervised by the Facility Operations Specialist.

• Understanding safety operations when working with various carpentry equipment such as table saw, planers, hammers, chisels, joinery, hand tools, Routers, and other tools needed to perform carpentry duties.
• Has experience with Planning Environment & Public Comment (PEPC) or a similar system of compliance documentation when working with historic structures.
• Has the ability or experience to create work orders, track, and finalize work orders into a database.
• Is familiar with historic preservation practices and can provide guidance when other workers are assisting with conservation efforts.
• Incumbent offers recommendations for future historic preservation projects.
• Incumbent assists in identifying potential wood rot areas and offers mitigation solutions that are conducive to historic preservation practices.
• Incumbent works to create a positive work environment for all maintenance staff and creates inclusion.
• Incumbent offers solutions to maintenance challenges and can communicate those solutions verbally and in writing to attain compliance before proceeding with a specific task.
• Incumbent can work by themselves or with a team.
• Incumbent has experience and can assist with painting.
• Incumbent can plan, document and complete projects that ensure long-term preservation of park historic structures.
• Building and /or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance mechanics.
• Carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing, electrical, cement work, masonry
• Operation of various types of motor vehicles, loaders, bobcat, and other equipment.
• Works from sketches, work orders, basic blueprints and verbal instructions which are complete in terms of type of job required and materials and methods to be used.
• Responsible for detailed layout, selection of tools and materials and for accuracy, completeness and adherence to standards.

This position is in the Maintenance Division at Harry S Truman National Historic Site (HSTR) Independence, Missouri. The position is supervised by the Facility Operations Specialist.

• Understanding safety operations when working with various carpentry equipment such as table saw, planers, hammers, chisels, joinery, hand tools, Routers, and other tools needed to perform carpentry duties.
• Has experience with Planning Environment & Public Comment (PEPC) or a similar system of compliance documentation when working with historic structures.
• Has the ability or experience to create work orders, track, and finalize work orders into a database.
• Is familiar with historic preservation practices and can provide guidance when other workers are assisting with conservation efforts.
• Incumbent offers recommendations for future historic preservation projects.
• Incumbent assists in identifying potential wood rot areas and offers mitigation solutions that are conducive to historic preservation practices.
• Incumbent works to create a positive work environment for all maintenance staff and creates inclusion.
• Incumbent offers solutions to maintenance challenges and can communicate those solutions verbally and in writing to attain compliance before proceeding with a specific task.
• Incumbent can work by themselves or with a team.
• Incumbent has experience and can assist with painting.
• Incumbent can plan, document and complete projects that ensure long-term preservation of park historic structures.
• Building and /or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance mechanics.
• Carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing, electrical, cement work, masonry
• Operation of various types of motor vehicles, loaders, bobcat, and other equipment.
• Works from sketches, work orders, basic blueprints and verbal instructions which are complete in terms of type of job required and materials and methods to be used.
• Responsible for detailed layout, selection of tools and materials and for accuracy, completeness and adherence to standards.

• Incumbent must possess and maintain a CDL Commercial Driver's License and submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Operate gas and diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment, large industrial tractors with several different attachments. Operate grader, dump trucks and dump trailers, end loader, dozer, boom, and snowplow.
• Load, secure, and haul materials and equipment to and from project sites using truck and trailer. Use equipment to cut, move, dig, grade earth, debris, sand, stone, and other materials. Maintain ditches, road shoulders and beds.
• Equipment will be operated on varied terrain, including paved and unpaved road surfaces, as well as flat or rolling terrain.
• Use hand and power tools, chippers, chainsaws, and serve as flagger.
• All work is performed following established safety protocols and use of Personal Protective Equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES:

This Maintenance Mechanic position is assigned to the Facilities Division of Big Bend National Park and directly reports to the Supervisor for Buildings and Utilities. The incumbent will perform custodial duties daily, and occasionally in multiple location. Must have basic knowledge of cleaning products and supplies and how to safely use them. The incumbent should have basic knowledge of common building materials, paints, and petroleum products.

The incumbent will assist higher graded workers preform repairs and routine maintenance in constructing, altering, modifying, or repairing a wide range of features in buildings interior and exterior including framework, rafters, joists, insulation, sheet rock, doors, windows, and flooring. Should be able to identify common material needed for carpentry and painting work. The incumbent will be required to assist others with installing and repairing any combination of plumbing fixtures, meters, pumps, couplings, unions, and joints needed for proper operation of the plumbing systems. Incumbent may be required to use a variety of hand and power tools and must operate them safely. Carries heavy items to and around work sites. Loads and unloads supplies, material, tools, and equipment. Performs duties with oversight and/or review of work during progress or upon completion.

Operates motor vehicles and performs pre-vehicle operation inspection such as fluid levels, lights, brakes, and operational procedures, greasing moving parts, changing oil, fuel and air filters, cleaning and washing vehicles, and minor parts changing repairs. The incumbent will be exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors. Will be exposed to heat, biting insects, dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with hazardous chemicals and around moving equipment, paints, solvents, etc.

AREA INFORMATION:

Big Bend National Park encompasses 801,000 acres of the Chihuahuan Desert with more biodiversity than almost any other national park and a dark sky designation. Elevation in the park varies from 7825' to 185'. The climate is generally pleasant with hot summers (90-110+ degrees F.) and mild winters (30-50 degrees F.). Recreational opportunities include hiking, bird watching, photography, backcountry camping, bicycling, and river rafting. The park has a post office, gas stations, camper stores, restaurant, library, gym, and lodge.

The gateway town of Terlingua has lodging, restaurants, hardware store, small grocery and gift stores, churches and a bank. Lajitas has limited shopping, lodging, restaurants, golf course and churches. Alpine, Texas (100 miles from PJ) has most necessities, including supermarkets, variety of stores, a hospital, pharmacies, churches, a movie theater, and a university. The nearest larger cities are Midland/Odessa (225 miles) and El Paso (325 miles).

An active employee/community association sponsors social events throughout the year. Visit our website for more information: https://go.nps.gov/bigbendareainfo.

DAYCARE AND SCHOOL INFORMATION:

The San Vicente Independent School District (SVISD) and SVISD Early Learning Center (ELC), are in Panther Junction and serve those that live in Big Bend National Park. SVISD ELC, is a state-accredited daycare facility for children ages 18 months to 4 years of age. Daycare services are currently free of charge (subject to change). The SVISD elementary school, is a Texas Education Agency, A-Rated, elementary school (K-8). SVISD will include High School as well (9-12) starting in 2024. For more information about the Daycare and Schooling, contact Jessi Milam, Ed.D. Superintendent, Cell: (830) 333-1074 or SVISD School Office: (432) 244-3131. Terlingua (30 miles) has a (K-12) state-accredited school. The High School is rich in academics, extracurricular, and athletic opportunities (9-12). Alpine, TX (100 miles) has a four-year university with in-person and online graduate programs.

Summary continued:

This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service.

The National Park Service retains the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment, based on changes to the regulation governing the number of years term appointments may last. This change, which may be made at the agency's sole discretion and without further competition, shall not be construed or interpreted as the granting of a right to a selectee or employee to such an extension. No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation, unless such regulation expressly allows such action.

Major Duties:

• Serve as field crew lead for archeological monitoring surveys and excavations, including recording the location of sites, recording archeological and environmental data, and writing summary reports.
• Maintain field notes, field and excavation descriptions, drawings, maps, photographs, and video recordings related to archeological work
• Perform archeological research.
• Use computer software and digital photography. Use related databases, spreadsheets, forms, maps, and files. Use the Interior Collections Management System (ICMS) to catalog artifact collections.
• Understand Southeastern archeology, prehistory, and history sufficient to reliably identify and record cultural remains in the field and in the lab.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Diagnoses tree and shrub biotic/abiotic disorders and identify the presence of pests and diseases using diagnostic tools.
• Develops contract specifications for tree-related work to be accomplished by an outside contractor.
• Participates in project planning meetings and provides recommendations for construction preservation of trees in accordance with industry standards.
• Develops a Plant Health Care (PHC) program to maintain the health of trees and shrubs.
• Performs annual and comprehensive condition assessment of trees to determine the health & vigor, and structural stability of trees through the knowledge of tree identification, components, and structure.

• Performs dispatch and call taking services for public safety related incidents and operations. Receives and evaluates emergency calls for service. Obtains information through questioning and determines the priority of the call.
• Performs general Communications Center clerical duties such as data entry, quality, records management, inventories, and verification and maintenance of contact listings, etc.
• Queries and relays wants, warrants, driver and vehicle status, Be on the Lookout (BOL), and Attempt to Locate (ATL) information for law enforcement contacts and investigations.
• Provides for officer safety through maintaining status on officers, maintains situational awareness during all contacts, and anticipates responders requests and needs.
• Provides communications and logistical support to responders; maintains status on resources and incidents.
• Coordinates responses to incidents; initiates appropriate response of personnel and apparatus in accordance with agency plans, guides, and protocols.
• Coordinates use of assigned radio frequencies, directs radio traffic to appropriate channels, and restricts channels to emergency use as necessary.
• Prioritizes radio traffic and related communications.
• Serves as a certified operator of National Criminal Information Network (NCIC), National Law Enforcements Communications System (NLETS).

Duties include:

• Respond to calls regarding wildlife-caused traffic jams (e.g., bear jam) along roadways.
• Take necessary actions to manage the human-wildlife interface and protect visitors and resources by successfully reading animal behavior, specifically black and grizzly bear behavior, and implementing proper hazing/aversive conditioning techniques to move bears off roads/out of developed areas.
• Provide visitors with information about bear ecology and behavior, how to stay safe in bear country, and ethical wildlife viewing techniques.
• Work independently, both in front-country and back-country settings, around potentially dangerous wildlife such as grizzly bears, black bears, mountain lions, bison, and moose.
• Patrol public use areas, such as campgrounds and picnic areas, to look for and secure unattended bear attractants as well as educate visitors about proper food storage techniques.
• Collect and enter data into Microsoft Access and/or Excel databases.
• May assist biologists with the trapping and immobilization of bears.
• Post closures and other warnings signs, which may include carrying and installing signposts in the ground over an expansive area.
• Retrieve dead animals such as deer, pronghorn, and elk from road corridors or developed areas.

Serve as a front-line, uniformed representative of the NPS, answering visitor questions and explaining the area's recreational opportunities, including NPS interpretive services, concession operated facilities and services, campground availability, hiking trails, etc.

Perform assignments in accordance with all NPS and U.S. Treasury regulations governing the handling of governement funds.

Operate an electronic cash register, computer, or Point of Sale (POS) system to conduct financial transactions; perform opening and closing functions; issue entrance receipts, tour tickets, permits, etc.

Complete shift reports to verify money collected, accountable stock sold, and all machine transactions from the shift using shift accountability, receipt tapes; create accountability records (e.g. Excel spreadsheets) of fee collection transactions.

Inventory and/or restock fee program supplies and assist with placing orders and preparing requisition requests for equipment/supplies needed.

Physical Demands: This position requires standing for long periods of time, as well as walking, bending, and lifting of moderately heavy items. Mental stress and physical fatigue may occur due to the high volume of personal contacts and the responsibility of dealing with large amounts of money. If applicable, extreme physical exertion may be required while performing search and rescue or emergency response duties.