Park Ranger

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Mountain Home, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Park Ranger, GS-0025-05 Seasonal position for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock Operation Division, Mountain Home Project Office. Located in Mountain Home, AR. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Tour of duty may include occasional weekend work.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.
• US Citizens
• One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) providing information to park visitors pertaining to park rules, cultural/historical sites, wildlife areas, or fire safety; OR 2) patrolling recreational areas for safety violations or hazards.
• Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with twenty-four semester hours of related course work 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.
• A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Check areas for compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to parking, camping, noise level, sanitation, and safety.
• Participate in inspections of a variety of service contracts including ground maintenance, refuse removal, janitorial, and law enforcement.
• Participate in natural resources management activities, such as fish and wildlife surveys, forest inventories, type mapping, and firefighting (prevention, suppression and controlled burning).
• Participate in real estate activities, such as leases, licenses, permits, and easements.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level