Education Technician

Summary Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource. We expect to fill many vacancies. This is a temporary appointment. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year. Responsibilities Present programs that meet National Science Foundation education objectives / OR State K-12 Education Benchmarks to engage visitors in the natural resources of Table Rocks/McGregor Park in order to facilitate resource stewardship. Methods of engaging visitors may include outdoor labs, role playing of ecological concepts, and techniques of visual, literary, and preforming arts both on and off-site and in partnership with other agency specialists. Present interpretive and educational programs about resource stewardship skills at trailheads and parks to prevent resource damage or help solve resource management problems. Research is used to develop and present historic and natural science education and interpretive programs that match BLM mission/objectives with the state and national standards for science and history. Works as a member of a team to provide and/or revise information about environmental education, interpretation, and scientific research programs through the development of brochures, newsletters and articles, props, websites and temporary exhibits. May assist in conducting research using historic documents from primary sources including the National Archives and Records Administration, General Land Office, and Sothern Oregon University. Research is used to develop and present historic and natural science education and interpretive programs that match BLM mission/objectives with the state and national standards for science and history. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirement – please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. GS-05: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-4 level. Examples: Experience working in a park or historical setting, meeting with the public or school groups to provide information and conducting tours to explain the importance of the sites historical and/or natural heritage. Work in a gift shop, interpretive center, or other facility collecting fees. Taking part in living history performances or providing training to other staff and/or volunteers. Assisting with the development of and presenting interpretive and educational programs to school groups, the general public, or other organizations. OR Substitution of Education: Successful completion of 4 years of education in any field above the high school level may be substituted for specialized experience. OR Equivalent combinations of education and 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands/Work Environments: Work is a mixture of indoor and outdoor. Indoor work involves long periods of sitting, standing and walking on concrete floors. Outdoor duties require moderate to heavy exertion, such as hiking over wet, slippery, muddy or uneven terrain. Weather conditions range from below freezing to 100 degrees Fahrenheit temperatures. Summers can include extreme heat, dense fog, cold rain, high winds. Winters are harsh in areas, with severe snow, winds and rain. Most indoor work is climate controlled. Education Applicants may qualify for these positions based on experience, education, or an equivalent combination as described in the Qualifications section of this announcement. If qualifying based on education, you will need to clearly state your undergraduate/graduate degree(s) and you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. If your degree is from a Foreign Institution See Foreign Education. As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-5 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position. Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. This position is not eligible for Telework. Government facilities are required to provide a smoke free environment for their employees. This position may require you to wear an officially-approved uniform while in a duty status. At some duty locations this position may require you to have a current valid drivers license. At some duty locations you may need the ability to lift and move objects weighing over 50 pounds. All positions may not be filled or they may be filled at different times depending on budget, hiring needs, and requirements. These positions are temporary and are expected to last for up to 6 months. These positions have no promotion potential, if you want to be considered for a higher grade you must apply for the higher grade. If selected from this announcement you may be rehired for identical positions without further competition based on work needs, funding, or any other condition of employment. If selected from this or a similar competitive, seasonal announcement, your appointment may be creditable for consideration under PL-114-47, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA). The Act allows certain individuals, who have or had time-limited appointments at land management agencies, to compete for any permanent position in the competitive service under “internal” merit promotion procedures. For more information, see the section under Eligibility, which starts with Question #15 (Q15. Who is eligible for appointment under these provisions?). For additional information about the BLM, please visit Our website.