Summary A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Responsibilities Major Duties Responsible for feeding proper types and amounts of rations in both front country and back country situations - insuring stock receive proper nutrition during times of heavy work and off times and they are fed properly on lieu days. Responsible for basic veterinary care of animals including but not limited to: worming, vaccinating, administering medication and dressing wounds. Responsible for recognition of more serious injuries/illness and coordination of required medical care. Responsible for performing farrier duties at regular intervals without causing injury to stock or people and ensuring stock is properly shod before heading into back country.. Responsible for safely leading strings of up to 8-head over rough mountain trails, requiring long days on the trail and spending up to seven consecutive nights camped in remote back country settings. Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments but don't work on a year-round basis. Pay status will be for approximately 20 pay periods from early March through mid-November and will be in a non-pay status for one pay period from mid-November to the end of February. The position will be in non-pay status for one pay period the first service year. This may change for future service years depending on workload and budget; however, you will be notified by the supervisor in advance of any upcoming change to the non-pay period for the following year. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.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. 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. If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 2 nights per month for training or site visits. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. Government Charge Card: You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. Qualifications Ability to do the work of an Animal Caretaker (Packer) without more than normal supervision (Screen out). Work history demonstrates work experience as an Animal Caretaker (Packer) performing the following duties: feeding, caring for, and handling pack animals and saddle stock; transport stock animals; lead strings of pack animals on trails; camp overnight with stock; shoe stock; ability to lift packs weighing up to 100 pounds and loading them on pack animals. 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-5000To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of an Animal Caretaker (Packer) without more than normal supervision (Screen out). Technical Practices Ability to interpret instructions, specification, (other than blueprints) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Knowledge of materials. Dexterity and Safety Use of Measuring Instruments 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. 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. ICTAP/CTAP Clearance (Example: Rehires): REMEMBER TO UPDATE THE "WHO MAY APPLY" FIELD- 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. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001). Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Physical Demands: Light to heavy physical exertion is required in bending, lifting and reaching. Lift, place and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds while packing. Able to load and lift feed bales weighing up to 130 lbs. with assistance. Lifts and transports hazardous materials. Heavy strain is incurred in controlling animals while shoeing and handling. Must possess good coordination and endurance for horseback riding for extended periods of time to perform work. Working Conditions: Must be able to get in and out of a saddle without help from others. Work is performed at elevations ranging from 2,000 to 11,000 feet. Subject to being kicked, bitten, scratched, bruised and rope burns from unpredictable interaction with livestock. Work Is performed outdoors in all weather conditions such as rain, snow, sleet, hall and wind. Extreme temperatures range from -10 degrees to 120 degrees. Terrain is rocky and steep with uneven footing. Incumbent Is required to wear personal protective equipment such as protective clothing, eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats, gloves, steel toe boots, and respirators. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.