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Job SummaryBiological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - July 2027. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Cape Cod National Seashore is March - September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.
QualificationsRequirements Continued... Must meet pre-appointment abilities test: 500 meter swim in 10 minutes or less, and 1.5 mile run in 12 minutes or less All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-04/19/2027-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your 2 page resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. You may only submit one resume. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess one of the following: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: leading or supervising lifeguards in providing public safety; water oriented assists and rescues; enforcing beach regulations and administering first aid. You must include hours per week worked. -OR- EDUCATION: As a general rule, education is not creditable above the GS-5 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education meets the specialized experience where it is DIRECTLY related to the work of the position. To qualify based on education for the GS-07, you must have 1 full year of graduate education courses directly related to the position such as physical education and recreation. Submit a copy of your transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. You must include transcripts. -OR- Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. You must include transcripts. Volunteer Experience: 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.
Major DutiesSupervisory Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) duties include but are not limited to: Serves as the Supervisory Recreation Assistant (Supervisory Lifeguard) at one of six lifeguard protected ocean beaches. Responsible for supervising and leading a staff of lifeguards in providing public safety, water-oriented assists and rescues, enforce beach regulations, administer first aid, scheduling and hiring staff, as well as providing informational services. Leads responses to water emergencies and leads water rescues in an ocean setting. Maintains constant watch over ocean assigned beach water areas to prevent accidents and water-oriented emergencies. May assist with conservation and park protection programs.RequirementsU.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Government housing may be available. Pre-appointment physical required prior to entry on duty You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. National recognized lifeguard certification required prior to entry on duty date for appointment. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required prior to entry on duty date for appointment. Required to be able to work outdoors for long periods of time. Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*