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Form of workThis is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred periodically 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. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (est), January 10, 2023.
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - June.
Please see the "Next Steps" section for additional cut off dates.Qualifications: SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position requires regular and recurring work and camping in rugged mountainous backcountry at high elevations for extended periods of time (this experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume). Selectees must be able to hike by foot in the backcountry at high altitude for extended periods of time while carrying backpacks, tools and supplies of at least 50 lbs, and be able to camp for several weeks at a time.
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Have the ability to do the work of a Laborer (Trials) without more than normal supervision. (Screen out) work experience includes the following tasks: perform work tasks on a crew or work group responsible for carrying out tasks in remote areas; use shovels, picks, rakes and saws to perform landscape or construction type work. Digging trenches, clearing water drainages and cutting & bucking timber. Must have experience in backpacking and camping. Must have ability lift and carry objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
Additional information on the specific qualification requirements for this position are found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations. It is available for review on OPM's web site at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3500
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. In addition to meeting the qualifications requirements listed, the following Condition of Employment applies and must be met:
- Ability to handle heavy loads.
- Ability to hike long distances at a minimum average of 3 miles per hour (MPH)
ICTAP/CTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.
Education: There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.Employment Type: OTHER
