Park Ranger
This position is responsible for conducting and overseeing visitor services patrols, interpretation and maintenance functions of the Redding Field Office's developed and primitive trails and recreation sites. These facilities include trail systems, developed campgrounds, staging facilities, primitive campgrounds, and day-use sites and facilities. The incumbent carries out or administers a variety of maintenance operations, visitor contact patrols for permit compliance checks, hazard reduction and rules enforcement, conducting environmental education and support for resource management programs, as well as supervision of some hosted workers and volunteers, and also performs machinery operation and fire suppression, as necessary. This position is field oriented, spending approximately 70% of the time outside of the office. Duties listed are at the GS-09 level. If selected at the GS-05 or GS-07 level, assignments will be developmental in nature and will be more closely supervised. Physical Demands:
Although the position is primarily a field position, administrative implementation of programs requires more time in the office. Work is primarily carried out in the field, and often of a strenuous, physical nature. Fieldwork requires the incumbent to be capable of driving 2and 4-wheel drive vehicles, mountain bikes, dirt bike, raft, small motorboat and other equipment. Walking is required in rough brush and steep terrain for hazard reduction, field inspection, search and rescue, maintenance and development projects. The incumbent must be able to lift 40 pounds to shoulder height. Work Environment:
The incumbent is required to work in a diverse environment, from an office setting to rough, steep mountainous terrain. Field work is performed out of doors in a Mediterranean-type climate where summer temperatures often exceed 90 degrees F., and winters are much colder. Motor vehicles are operated on highways and off-road. While operating vehicles and equipment, the incumbent is required wear BLM supplied safety equipment. Incumbent will be exposed to ticks and other stinging insects, snakes, bears, mountain lions, and irate users of public lands. Incumbent must wear the official BLM work uniform on a regular basis during field work. In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement - please be sure to include this information in your resume. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled. To qualify for the GS-05 Applicants must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level - OR - have at least four (4) year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work - OR - an equivalent of specialized experience and education. Specialized experience includes providing non-technical assistance in the implementation of a recreation or natural resources program; performing forestry duties in a park, recreation, or conservation area; maintaining recreation facilities or trails. To qualify for the GS-07 Applicants must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level - OR - have at least one full year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education related to the occupation - OR - Superior Academic Achievement (see OPM General Schedule Qualification Policies - Application of Qualification Standards 4.f.) OR an equivalent combination of experience and education. Specialized experience includes administering the day-to-day operation of a recreation area providing such facilities as camping, water sports, or picnic areas; conducting routine inspection and maintenance activities for recreation areas or facilities; advising visitors concerning safety, fire prevention, and proper and authorized uses of recreational facilities; performing fee collection activities for a recreation or natural resources program.To qualify for the GS-09 Applications must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level - OR - have at least two full years of Graduate level education leading to a Masters or equivalent degree related to the occupation - OR - an equivalent combination of experience and education. Specialized experience includes performing the following tasks/responsibilities in an advanced or lead capacity:
visitor use activities, developing/administering interpretation programs or products, recreation planning support, and facility maintenance. NOTE:
Qualifying education includes undergraduate or graduate education with major study in the following areas:
natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archaeology, 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. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Selective Placement Factors:
This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified. Valid State Driver's License
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Although the position is primarily a field position, administrative implementation of programs requires more time in the office. Work is primarily carried out in the field, and often of a strenuous, physical nature. Fieldwork requires the incumbent to be capable of driving 2and 4-wheel drive vehicles, mountain bikes, dirt bike, raft, small motorboat and other equipment. Walking is required in rough brush and steep terrain for hazard reduction, field inspection, search and rescue, maintenance and development projects. The incumbent must be able to lift 40 pounds to shoulder height. Work Environment:
The incumbent is required to work in a diverse environment, from an office setting to rough, steep mountainous terrain. Field work is performed out of doors in a Mediterranean-type climate where summer temperatures often exceed 90 degrees F., and winters are much colder. Motor vehicles are operated on highways and off-road. While operating vehicles and equipment, the incumbent is required wear BLM supplied safety equipment. Incumbent will be exposed to ticks and other stinging insects, snakes, bears, mountain lions, and irate users of public lands. Incumbent must wear the official BLM work uniform on a regular basis during field work. In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement - please be sure to include this information in your resume. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled. To qualify for the GS-05 Applicants must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level - OR - have at least four (4) year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work - OR - an equivalent of specialized experience and education. Specialized experience includes providing non-technical assistance in the implementation of a recreation or natural resources program; performing forestry duties in a park, recreation, or conservation area; maintaining recreation facilities or trails. To qualify for the GS-07 Applicants must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level - OR - have at least one full year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education related to the occupation - OR - Superior Academic Achievement (see OPM General Schedule Qualification Policies - Application of Qualification Standards 4.f.) OR an equivalent combination of experience and education. Specialized experience includes administering the day-to-day operation of a recreation area providing such facilities as camping, water sports, or picnic areas; conducting routine inspection and maintenance activities for recreation areas or facilities; advising visitors concerning safety, fire prevention, and proper and authorized uses of recreational facilities; performing fee collection activities for a recreation or natural resources program.To qualify for the GS-09 Applications must possess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level - OR - have at least two full years of Graduate level education leading to a Masters or equivalent degree related to the occupation - OR - an equivalent combination of experience and education. Specialized experience includes performing the following tasks/responsibilities in an advanced or lead capacity:
visitor use activities, developing/administering interpretation programs or products, recreation planning support, and facility maintenance. NOTE:
Qualifying education includes undergraduate or graduate education with major study in the following areas:
natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archaeology, 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. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Selective Placement Factors:
This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified. Valid State Driver's License
- Department:
0025 Park Ranger - Salary Range:
$34,916 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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