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These positions are located in Glacier National Park, in the Division of Facility Management. Temp 1039: Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours in a service year may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Glacier National Park is April - June, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 12, 2020
Major Duties
- Collects daily snow, avalanche, and weather observations from avalanche paths affecting Glacier National Park roads. Records snow, avalanche, and weather observations in database/computer files.
- Evaluates National Weather Service and Natural Resource Conservation Service products and data from automated mountain weather stations for inclusion in the avalanche forecasts.
- Conducts field snow stability tests and observations, and in conjunction with other observations from field personnel, uses own judgement to independently interpret and evaluate snow stability. Issues daily avalanche hazard forecasts and warnings, which are distributed via email and briefings to park personnel.
- Using their own judgement and experience, the incumbent
- determines when avalanche conditions have changed sufficiently to recommend a change in existing avalanche hazard ratings.
- Serves as an avalanche spotter/ guard for snow removal crews, and in the event of an avalanche accident, acts as first responder for rescues.
- In the event of avalanche accidents, the incumbent prepares detailed reports of the accident which include snow stability and avalanche information, facts and observations concerning the conditions leading up to the accident, the accident, and the rescue or recovery operations.
- Develops and teaches avalanche safety training classes to the snow removal crews using slides, videos, on-site training, and lectures. Experience and knowledge of crews supported may vary greatly.
- Works to develop an Avalanche Safety Plan for the spring opening of roads in Glacier National Park by evaluating protocols for hazard forecasts and road operations, mapping avalanche paths and events, and providing other information regarding avalanche hazard as needed.
Qualifications
SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position travels in the backcountry during winter and forecasts snow stability. As a result, the position has two selective factors that must be met before the close of the announcement for applicants to be considered. Candidates who do not meet this requirement by close of this announcement will receive no further consideration for this position.
1. Skill in traveling safely in backcountry avalanche terrain including advanced backcountry skiing or snowboarding.
2. Forecast regional or slope-specific snow stability and avalanche hazards
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To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess the following minimum qualification by close of the announcement: 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: measuring meteorological phenomena with scientific equipment and instrumentation that included conducting field snow stability tests and observations; evaluating weather maps, products, and data for determining avalanche forecasts; and similar work. You must document this experience in your resume. 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. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".
Pay Range
$20.15 - $20.15