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Summary
This position is located at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in the Resource and Visitor Protection Division, Branch of Wildland Fire and Aviation. One position is available. This is a full-time, permanent position.
Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates : 01 / 13 / 2025 to 01 / 31 / 2025
Salary : $74,311 - $96,600 per year
Pay scale & grade : GS 11
Location : 1 vacancy in the following location :
Remote job : No
Telework eligible : Yes - as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required : 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed : Yes - You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type : Permanent
Work schedule : Full-time
Service : Competitive
Promotion potential : None
Supervisory status : No
Drug test : No
Announcement number : NPSFAM-25-12656320-DHA
Control number : 827171400
Duties
Communicates with and educates internal and external audiences about fire management and NPS fire policy. Develops outreach strategies to communicate complex issues to the public and media.
Collaborates with park and community stakeholders to educate about fire management activities and mitigation strategies.
Develops and implements fire prevention and preparedness campaigns.
Writes, edits, and produces written materials such as press releases, newsletters, and reports.
Assists in developing digital materials related to fire for National Park Service websites and social media.
Provides leadership and support for the public information officer role in NPS and interagency incident response.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required.
Appointment subject to background investigation.
Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
Valid driver's license required.
Work may require travel by fixed-wing or rotorwing aircraft.
Uniform compliance required.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level, you must meet the following specialized experience by close of the announcement :
Experience : At least one year of specialized experience comparable to the GS-09 level in Federal service.
Education : Completion of 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree in communication, ecology, or related field.
Additional Information
This notice is issued to recruit personnel for critical hiring needs.
A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized.
Physical Demands : The work is primarily sedentary but requires physical fitness for fieldwork.
Working Conditions : Most work will be performed in an office setting with occasional travel.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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