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Summary As a Health Technician (EMT) GS-0640-7 you would perform a variety of assignments required to perform analytical and operational work in support of the Division of Safety and Occupational Health. Primary specialization is emergency management; comprehending the objectives of safety and occupational health programs/principles and the technical measures used to control or eliminate unsafe acts and conditions; and knowledge of common hazards and protective measures, including safety devices Responsibilities Duties for this position include: Respond on foot to emergency scenes while adhering to park standard operating procedures. Independently conduct accurate and complete patient assessments in the field and clinical setting; Provide appropriate basic treatment as outlined in governing protocol(s), in route, or until advanced or definitive care is provided. Prepare written documentation of patient care activities that are thorough, accurate, and in compliance with patient privacy regulations, legal requirements, and local procedures. Use advanced knowledge of anatomy, knowledge of major body systems, knowledge of emergency medical techniques and procedures and knowledge relevant to understanding the legal considerations of emergency care. Conduct in-service training sessions for peers and other park staff on emergency equipment and procedures as assigned. 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 may be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle. 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 overtime. If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. You must provide a Valid National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification -OR- current licensure or certification as an EMT through a State whose curriculum meets the National EMS Education Standards and the equivalent testing requirements of the National Registry of EMTs -AND- Basic Life Support CPR Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross by the closing date of this announcement. If out of state EMT and does not possess NREMT, you MUST be registered New York or New Jersey Department of Health EMT certification by EOD. Pre-employment physical examination prior to entry on duty is required at applicant's expense. Must maintain good physical condition and be able to pass the Physical Exercise Battery (PEB) or applicable standards outlined in Director's Order/Reference Manual-57 NPS Occupational Medical Standards, Health and Fitness. Respirator fit test within 90 days of EOD. You must have the ability to lift at least 45 pounds. Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-06/03/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your 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. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information will result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position performs Emergency Medical services providing patient care in a clinical, ambulance and/or field setting. You must possess a valid/current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification -OR- current licensure or certification as an EMT through a State whose curriculum meets the National EMS Education Standards and the equivalent testing requirements of the National Registry of EMTs -AND- Basic Life Support CPR Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross. You must provide a copy of your valid EMT certification and current Healthcare Provider CPR card. -AND- EXPERIENCE: To qualify for this position at the GS-7 grade level, you must possess the following minimum qualifications 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: following public safety and security, emergency response, customer service, technical competence and teaching others. 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. CTAP/ICTAP: 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 or 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). Please remember 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". Education There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement. Additional Information 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. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another. 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: Incumbent must pass physical exam and drug test prior to entry. Incumbent must maintain good physical condition and be able to pass the Physical Exercise Battery (PEB) twice a year, outlined in Director's Order/Reference Manual-57 NPS Occupational Medical Standards, Health and Fitness prior to entry. Must be able to pass fit test for respirator use as outline in OSHA 1910.134. Work demands range from moderate periods of office work (walking, standing, sitting, and lifting) to strenuous periods of extreme physical and mental activity. Emergency medical services activities involve walking long distances over rough terrain, carrying heavy loads and using technical rescue equipment. Incumbent must be able to work in high rise and confined spaces. Incumbent must be able to fly in a helicopter without ill effects. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office setting, classroom, in the field and on water. Rescue and EMS work involves frequent exposure to hazardous environments, hazardous flight landings and takeoffs, extremes in temperature, and exposure to communicable diseases. Various levels of personal protective clothing are required to perform functions safely. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster. JOA posting extended to 6/3/2024