Student Trainee (Reclamation Guide)

Duties

Serves as a student trainee, responsible for provide the local community and the public with information and education on water conservation. The American River Water Education Center (ARWEC) at Folsom Dam provides a public facility that presents information to the public on the protection
and preservation of natural resources.

• Educates the public through interpretive presentations which include water uses and conservation, electricity and hydropower generation, and the natural features of the American River watershed.
• Provide Group Tours: Groups are generally small to medium in size and include young children to adults. Responds to repetitive common type questions and conveys a variety of information using audio-visual aids, printed materials, graphic displays, giving brief explanations
• of the purpose and ways to protect and conserve natural resources. Presents outreach programs at community events and schools. Researches, prepares, plans and designs interpretive programs and water conservation exhibits for presentation.
• Assists with various site visits for Central California Area Office (CCAO) as requested.
• Maintains Visitor Center area, assisting in the general housekeeping and upkeep of visitor facilities, including the exhibit area, and maintaining premises.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents).
You must be at least 16 years old at the time of appointment.
You must be a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is currently enrolled and seeking a degree or certificate in a qualifying educational institution, at least part-time.
You must be in good academic standing as defined by the school you are attending.
You must submit eligibility documents for veterans consideration (see Required Documents).
You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications).
You must submit transcript(s) to verify education requirements (see Qualifications/Education).
The final determination of the duty station for this position will be made by the selecting official at the time of the job offer.

Who May Apply:

• Pathways - Internship NTE

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

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  To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a resume, an on-line assessment questionnaire, and the following supporting documents, as appropriate:
  
  Resume: Applicants must submit a resume that demonstrates how skills and experiences meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the job announcement to be considered for the job. Each job experience should at least include start and end dates (month and year) and number of hours worked per week. For more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/
  
  Transcript(s): All applicants MUST furnish a copy of his/her college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable), if applicable. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university, specific courses, and the number of semester/quarter hours currently enrolled. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants not currently enrolled must provide a student schedule for the upcoming semester/quarter verifying at least half-time enrollment status. If selected, applicants will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications prior to reporting for work.
  
  Proof of Pathways Eligibility: The applicant must show proof such as a letter from his/her accredited U.S. educational institution that verifies:

  • have been accepted for enrollment;
  • the degree/diploma/certification program in which the applicant is enrolled;
  • enrolled at least half-time (as defined by the school);
  • number of semester/quarter hours or class schedule for next semester/quarter; and
  • anticipated graduation date.

  DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, if applicable; Applicants entitled to veterans' preference must provide a copy of his/her DD-214 (Member 4 Copy preferred, including character of service), and should indicate on his/her application materials the type of veterans' preference they are claiming. Veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
  - For 5-point veterans' preference, submit a copy of the applicant's DD-214 (Member 4 Copy preferred, including character of service), or an official statement of service from his/her command if he/she is currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves his/her military service was performed under honorable conditions.
  - For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214 (Member 4 Copy preferred, including character of service), and the required documentation requested by this form.
  

  • -For information on veteran's eligibility visit: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx

  
  SF-50, Notification of Personnel action if the applicant is currently employed with the Bureau of Reclamation.
  
  As part of the on-line application process, applicants may be required to submit supporting documents. Failure to submit the requested supporting documents may result in the applicant not being considered for this position.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Applications (resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation) for this vacancy MUST be received online BEFORE midnight Eastern Time (Washington, DC time) on 06/09/2023 . To apply, click the blue APPLY ONLINE button at the top of the page.
  
  Do not submit photographs with the application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - applicant must remove any images from badges, licenses, etc.

  Agency contact information

  BOR CA Great Basin Human Resources Office

  Phone

  916-978-5476

  Fax

  916-978-5563

  Email

  mpjobs@usbr.gov

  Address

  CCAO
  Bureau of Reclamation
  7794 Folsom Dam Road
  Folsom, CA 95630
  US

  Next steps

  Upon successful submission of the application packet, applicants will receive a confirmation email from USAJOBS. If this email confirmation is not received by the applicant, the application has not yet been accepted by the system.
  
  After all application packages have been received, resumes and transcripts will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the basic qualification requirements. Each applicant who meets the basic qualifications will be further evaluated on the information provided in the resume and Assessment Questionnaire. Eligible applicants will be referred to the selecting official. After making a tentative job offer, a suitability and/or security background investigation will be conducted. A final job offer is typically made within 40 days after the deadline for applications. Applicants should monitor their status for positions with the Bureau of Reclamation by regularly checking their public status notifications in the USAJOBS profile.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Student Program Eligibles-Students who are accepted for enrollment or currently enrolled and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution, including eligible veterans meeting this criteria.