New Job Meteorological Technician In Wyoming

Duties

Conducts field work to include snow stability tests, records snowpack observations, interprets and evaluates raw data dealing with snow stability, collects atmospheric and weather information, and maintenance of remote specialized weather stations.

In the event of avalanche accidents or fatalities, may participate in rescue operations and will aid in the preparation of reports.

Aids in the preparation of daily regional avalanche forecasts.

Conducts avalanche education and outreach efforts to the public and park and partner employees.

Working Conditions: The work requires the incumbent to be exposed to potentially dangerous situations in hazardous mountain terrain and extreme cold temperatures. There are risks associated with a variety of circumstances, including avalanche occurrence, and conditions cannot be controlled. Protective equipment such as avalanche beacons, probes, and climbing equipment are used on a routine basis. Work is conducted in an outside environment where temperatures may reach -20F with high winds in steep avalanche terrain. Incumbent is expected to ski with heavy loads in steep mountainous terrain. Incumbent works alone at times and must be able to drive to different field sites.

Physical demands include working outside for long hours in below freezing temperatures. The work requires considerable strenuous physical exertion such as needed to ski or snowmobile in the backcountry to make observations. The incumbent's duties require navigating rough, uneven or rocky terrain, carrying equipment/instruments, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching to conduct tests and gather data from the air or the earth's surface while standing on ground which may be uneven, unstable, or slick. Must be able to lift fifty pounds.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Approbation subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males must meet the selection criteria for the selective service.
• The selected employee must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Selectee must possess A Wilderness Response Certification or equivalent certification? by enter on duty date.
• As part of your official duties, you must also submit (in a sealed envelope or directly to the state authorities) all certified driving records from any state that discloses valid driver's licenses, whether current or past. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's license and a Driving Record.
• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service's uniform standards, it said. A uniform allowance will also be provided.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old or at the minimum 16 years of age and have graduated from high school, or have been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from it. If not, they will either work part time during the school year or continue their education.

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  The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 pm (EST) on 09/21/2020:

  • Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, 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. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.

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      • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
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  Agency contact information

  Emily Selleck

  Phone

  (307) 739-3446

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Grand Teton National Park
  PO Drawer 170
  Moose, WY 83012-0710
  US

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Required Documents