Summary This announcement is for multiple seasonal Park Ranger positions for Montana Dakotas. Positions to start in the 2025 season beginning April through June. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred monthly throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. See "Additional Information" for information. Responsibilities Communicates with the public regarding safety, fire prevention, amenities available, and proper and authorized uses of recreational facilities. Prepares and presents a variety of formal and informal interpretive programs to include but not limited to, orientation talks, environmental education programs, conducted walks, demonstrations, and campfire programs. Plans and preforms day-to-day operations/maintenance of a recreation area or site that provides such facilities as camping, water sports, picnic areas, trails and/or other recreational opportunities. Oversees fee collection activities, maintaining records on and accounting for funds, and submitting deposits, reviewing visitor use patterns and their effect on resources. Patrols and inspects facilities and trails ensuring compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to parking, campfires, noise level, sanitation, and safety. Handles conflicts or violations, bringing them to the attention of visitors and, if appropriate, issues notices of violations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. The following positions will be hired from this vacancy announcement: Visitor Use - Advises visitors on safety, amenities, rules and regulations of a recreational site. Interpretation - Develops interpretive programs both formally and informally to a variety of people. Off-Highway-Vehicle (OHV) - Provides OHV information to the public, performs maintenance and monitoring to off-highway vehicle use area. River Patrol (Class 1 Rivers) - Provides river information to the public, performs maintenance and monitoring on a Class 1 River. General - Provides area information to the public, performs maintenance and monitoring throughout recreation areas. GS-5: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-4 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: explaining rules and regulations to park visitors; providing information and advice on park trails, activities and resources; collecting fees; issuing reservations and permits; conducting guided tour programs; navigate Class I whitewater rapids; assist with maintenance and repair of roads and trails; maintenance and clean-up of recreation areas; preform compliance and safety checks. -OR- Education: You must have completed four years of study above high school leading to a Bachelor's degree with 24 semester/36 quarter hours 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. - OR- Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. GS-7: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: park guide or tour leader; archaeological or historical preservation research work; forestry and/or fire management work in a park, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; planning day to day operation of a recreation area providing such facilities as camping, water sports, picnic areas, or coordinating routine activities with maintenance personnel; advising visitors concerning off road vehicle use and safety on public lands; navigate Class I whitewater rapids; maintenance and repair of recreation areas such as roads and trails; preform compliance and safety checks. -OR- Education: You must have completed one year of graduate study leading to a Master's degree with 18 semester/27 quarter hours 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. - OR- Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. -OR- Superior Academic Achievement (See OPM's General Policies, Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for 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. Physical Demands: The work is performed mostly outdoors in rugged terrain; to include very steep, wet, muddy, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces. The position requires physical exertion such as, but not limited to, driving over unpaved roads, walking over rough terrain or inclines, standing for long periods of time, sitting in watercraft for long periods of time, bending, crouching and stooping, digging, hiking, rowing, lifting, biking, stretching, reaching, wading, or similar activities. Work may involve early morning hours, night hours, or daytime hours and may require working on holidays. It can require carrying heavy backpacks, tools, rescue equipment, or other loads. Work Environment: Most work will be performed out of doors, in all types of weather conditions, terrain, and elevations. Work may take place in an extremely remote environment and may require primitive camping and living skills for upwards of two weeks in duration. Indoor duties are performed in a normal office setting. Education Applicants may qualify for these positions based on experience, education, or an equivalent combination as described in the Qualifications section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information. Additional Information Note: These are not Law Enforcement positions. This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until May 30, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 10, 2024, 11:59 PM (EST) and then every month, until positions are filled or announcement closes. If the position(s) are no longer needed prior to the closing date, this announcement may be closed early. Eligible applications received prior to each cut-off date will be referred to offices requesting certificates during that period. Applicants will be notified after selections are made so if needed they can update their application for consideration at the next cut-off. Applications are good for 3 months (90 days). In order to remain in consideration, applicants must resubmit their application when it expires. Cut-Off dates will occur every month, 12/10/24, 01/14/25, 02/11/25, 03/12/25, 04/15/25, 05/13/25, 06/17/25. There are various locations throughout the Montana/Dakotas Bureau of Land Management offices filling vacancies and if needed, other locations within the Montana/Dakotas State, District or Field offices may be considered based on need and management discretion. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. This position is not eligible for Telework. All positions may not be filled or they may be filled at different times depending on budget, hiring needs, and requirements. These positions are temporary and are expected to last for up to 6 months. These positions have no promotion potential, if you want to be considered for a higher grade you must apply for the higher grade. If selected from this announcement you may be rehired for identical positions without further competition based on work needs, funding, or any other condition of employment. If selected from this or a similar competitive, seasonal announcement, your appointment may be creditable for consideration under PL-114-47, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA). The Act allows certain individuals, who have or had time-limited appointments at land management agencies, to compete for any permanent position in the competitive service under "internal" merit promotion procedures. For more information, see the section under Eligibility, which starts with Question #15 (Q15. Who is eligible for appointment under these provisions?).