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Everyone: Too bad summer is over Us: 🎃 The leaves are changing, temperatures are cooling, and you can hear the faint whispers of Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas” wafting through the air. Wait, what? Fall is back, people! Fall is a great time to experience parks. The autumn months splash many with a rich array of fall colors to enjoy, #FatBearWeek is just around the corner (October 2-8), and there is plenty of pumpkin spice and all that's nice. Not a fan of fall? Only three months til winter. Need inspiration for fall trip ideas and things to do this? Check out our page: https://lnkd.in/d28V6bEu Image: A ranger wearing a carved pumpkin head with a hat and holding another pumpkin at Joshua Tree National Park.

Archeologist Duties This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of 4 years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. The National Park Service retains the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment, based on changes to the regulation governing the number of years term appointments may last. This change, which may be made at the agency's sole discretion and without further competition, shall not be construed or interpreted as the granting of a right to a selectee or employee to such an extension. No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation, unless such regulation expressly allows such action. Open & closing dates  09/26/2024 to 10/03/2024 Salary $63,867 - $83,027 per year Pay scale & grade GS 9 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Everglades National Park Homestead, FL https://lnkd.in/eFJHMFVJ

Archeological Technician Duties This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of 4 years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. The National Park Service retains the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment, based on changes to the regulation governing the number of years term appointments may last. This change, which may be made at the agency's sole discretion and without further competition, shall not be construed or interpreted as the granting of a right to a selectee or employee to such an extension. No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation, unless such regulation expressly allows such action. Some of the duties you will perform will include, but are not limited to: Assists the Cultural Resources Program Manager & Supervisor to execute duties related to Historic Preservation actions, Section 110 & 106 reporting requirements for the National Register of Historic Places. Provides assistance in monitoring and execution of facilities maintenance and deferred maintenance projects, public dissemination of information related to historic preservation and cultural resources. Performs basic archeological field work necessary to assess potential impacts to cultural resources resulting from proposed undertakings. Performs archeological inventory, site documentation and condition assessments, preparation of survey records and publication-ready reports. Conducts excavation and testing of archeological sites, including the careful recovery of sample materials. Communicates with and assists project leads to support compliance, monitoring and consultation requirements. Open & closing dates  09/26/2024 to 10/03/2024 Salary $52,214 - $67,880 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Everglades National Park Homestead, FL https://lnkd.in/e8Ee8XGb

Supervisory Park Ranger (Protection) Duties This position is located at the Park Headquarters and reports directly to the Superintendent of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (Lakeshore). The Chief Ranger supervises the park's Law Enforcement Division and provides leadership in the development of park planning, operations, partnership building, community relations, and other external affairs. In addition to supervision, the incumbent is an active member of the park management team and, as requested by the Superintendent, serves as the lead for special projects that require parkwide or multi-divisional coordination of a wide variety of comprehensive and complex projects. Due to a high degree of public interest, the Chief Ranger needs to work with a high degree of sensitivity and expertise in carrying out management responsibilities under close public scrutiny. Open & closing dates  09/26/2024 to 10/10/2024 This job will close when we have received 101 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Salary $86,962 - $113,047 per year Pay scale & grade GS 12 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Empire, MI https://lnkd.in/excXnJmh

Public Safety Dispatcher Duties Receive and evaluate emergency calls, soliciting information to initiate an appropriate response of emergency services personnel and acquiring critical information (law enforcement, fire, medical, search and rescue, etc.) from the public and other public safety agencies. Operate public safety computer networks including National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLET)); tasks include inquiry of records. Support multi-jurisdictional all-risk incidents (law enforcement, wildland fire, structural fire, aviation, intelligence, medical search and rescue, and other emergency services) in an interagency communications center. Perform dispatch duties using proficient Spanish, specifically the ability to speak and understand Spanish. Open & closing dates  09/27/2024 to 10/03/2024 Salary $39,576 - $51,446 per year An additional 2.63% cost of living allowance (COLA) will be added to the salary above. Pay is subject to annual review and adjustment. Pay scale & grade GS 5 Location 4 vacancies in the following location: San Juan Natl Historic Site San Juan, PR https://lnkd.in/eMfx28K4

Visitor Services Assistant Duties Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work from approximately March - December, and you will be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year. DUTIES Perform customer service duties at the Visitor Center and other areas throughout the park, both inside and outside, to explain visitor activities and recreational opportunities, provide interpretive services and provide accurate, useful information to the public. Operate and maintain the Visitor Center, which includes a museum, cooperating association bookstore and theater with audio-visual equipment. Support park personnel by assisting with special programs and events, to include planning, setup, implementation and take down. Monitor trail conditions and report obstructions, safety hazards for visitors/employees, and observed/expressed visitor responses and attitudes regarding preferred activities and programs. Collect and compile a variety of data and disseminate information by various means, such as collecting visitation statistics and entering data into appropriate databases or other repositories. Open & closing dates  09/27/2024 to 10/07/2024 This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Salary $36,209 - $40,245 per year Pay scale & grade GS 4 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Hodgenville, KY https://lnkd.in/e2bCSzVc

Secretary This position is located in Big Cypress National Preserve, in the Superintendent's office. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 10/11/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. This position is being re-announced due to operational needs Any inquiries regarding this position please reach out to: Thomas Forsyth 239-695-1103 Duties Secretary serves as a key member of the Big Cypress National Preserve leadership team and supports the park Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent. Position is located in Ochopee, FL. Serves as front-line representative for the park leadership team and communicates professionally with staff, partners, and external individuals and organizations. Prepares travel for park leadership, schedules meetings, receives and distributes mail, serves as a timekeeper, manages data and records and serves as a purchase cardholder. Reviews, prepares, and tracks correspondence for park leadership. Develops and implements administrative processes and internal communication strategies. Attends and takes notes at meetings as appropriate on topics related to park leadership activities, actions, and programs. Open & closing dates  09/27/2024 to 10/11/2024 This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Salary $54,292 - $70,578 per year Pay scale & grade GS 8 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Ochopee, FL https://lnkd.in/emCR7hQc

Lead Recreation Fee Technician Duties A primary purpose of a Lead Recreation Fee Technician position is to perform a variety of technically challenging duties associated with the collection, deposit, tracking, and expenditure of fee revenue and donations collected from the public under the authority of Federal laws and regulations such as the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA). These technical assignments involve the application of in-depth fee program knowledge and the policies, procedures, and practices of fee collection. The incumbent performs assignments in accordance with all regulations governing the handling of government funds and separation of duties. A primary purpose of this Lead Recreation Fee Technician position is to perform and lead at least one seasonal employee in the duties described above. Open & closing dates  09/27/2024 to 10/07/2024 Salary $44,117 - $57,354 per year Pay scale & grade GS 6 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Townsend, TN https://lnkd.in/eqpxiZb7

🔧 Now Hiring: Maintenance Worker 📍 Location: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Page, AZ 🛡 Department of the Interior, National Park Service Join the National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area as a Maintenance Worker. This role is essential for maintaining the park’s buildings, landscapes, and infrastructure through a variety of skilled trades. Key Responsibilities: Perform repairs and maintenance on housing and building interiors and exteriors, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing, electrical, cement finishing, and masonry. Maintain landscapes, campgrounds, and yards. Complete installations, modifications, and repairs based on work orders, plans, and blueprints. Operate and maintain motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, dump trucks, and stake trucks, to transport supplies and materials to work sites. Operate forklifts to load and unload supplies and equipment. Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks such as tune-ups, filter changes, tire repair, and minor electrical and fuel system repairs. Location: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers breathtaking scenery and diverse ecosystems around Lake Powell and the Colorado River, providing a unique setting for a variety of maintenance projects. Requirements: A valid driver’s license is required for motor vehicle operation duties. For more information and to apply, visit the National Park Service careers page. Help maintain and protect one of the most scenic recreational areas in the country! #MaintenanceJobs #NPSJobs #Trades #GlenCanyon #ArizonaJobs #PublicService #BuildingMaintenance https://lnkd.in/gpe6m9k5