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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 stephen_erkelenz@nps.gov,
This position is concurrently open to Current and Former competitive service career or career conditional eligibles and special hiring authorities under Announcement Number MW-1544-CUVA-24-12402579-ST.
05/03/2024 to 05/20/2024
$30.43 - $35.47 per hour
WG 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
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MW-1544-CUVA-24-12402575-DE
789769800
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Open to all U.S. Citizens
Open to the first 50 applicants or until 05/20/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
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 handheld 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/cuva
Physical 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.
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.
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee.You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/20/2024:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/20/2024.You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
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Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/789769800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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