These positions are located in the following cities (click on the links for more information regarding the surrounding area): Montrose, CO Grand Junction, CO Home | Town of Kremmling We expect to fill many vacancies. Note: These are not Law Enforcement positions.
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: You must possess a valid driver's license. You must have the ability to row a raft in whitewater rapids rated on the International Scale up to Class IV. TO QUALIFY FOR THE GS-07 GRADE LEVEL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following: (1) park guide or tour leader; (2) archaeological or historical preservation research work; (3) forestry and/or fire management work in a park, recreation or conservation area; (4) management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; (5) 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; (6) advising visitors concerning safety, fire prevention, and proper and authorized uses of recreational facilities; and (7) navigating through Class III-IV whitewater rapids. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education with 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. Please provide transcripts. 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 as listed above. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. The combined total must equal 100%. Please provide transcripts. OR SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (S.A.A): Completion of a bachelor's degree, with Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.), in a curriculum directly related to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources (see list of acceptable courses under 'Education' above.)S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses. Grade-point average (G.P.A.)-- Applicants must have a grade-point average of: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum. Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society -- Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies listed below. These honor societies are listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (external link). Agencies considering eligibility based on any society not included in the following list must ensure that the honor society meets the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies. Membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision. 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, bending, crouching and stooping, digging, hiking, lifting, biking, stretching, reaching, 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.
Works with the public to provide information. Conducts permit compliance, safety inspections, and river patrol. Responds to emergency situations, including swift river rescue and administering first aid.
In certain locations, must be able to row a raft in whitewater rapids rated on the International Scale from Class III to IV.
In certain locations, must be able to swim in swift water to perform rescues; raft to remote recreation sites; and/or operate an oar powered raft in Class III to IV waters.
Prepares recreation areas/sites for visitor use, to include planning, operation, and required maintenance.
Plans day-to-day operations of a recreation area or site that provides such facilities as camping, water sports, or picnic areas; coordinating routine activities with maintenance personnel.
Performs day-to- day operations at a visitor center or customer use area that provide facilities such as campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, and/or other specialized recreational opportunities.
Coordinates projects identified in the annual work plan; including planning, designing, surveying, construction, and maintenance of trails, campsites, etc., as required.
Gathers and analyzes data related to existing recreational resources to recognize prominent trends.