Field Unit Local (FUL) Livestock Handler
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You will serve as a Field Unit Local (FUL) Livestock Handler with the National Park Service at Yellowstone National Park.
This position is located in the Division of Resource and Visitor Protection, Corral Operations, at Yellowstone National Park which encompasses 2.2 million acres. There are over 1,200 miles of trails, 35 backcountry ranger stations, and over 110 horses/mule in the Yellowstone remuda. This position is under the direct supervision of the Horse Handler Supervisor.
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Career Seasonal - Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as permanent appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work from approximately January through mid-November and December, and you will be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year. Non-pay status to cover 11/15/2027-11/28/2027.
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:
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Conditions of employment
Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year Probationary Period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
This Probationary Period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider:
*Additional Requirements located under qualifications*
Qualifications
Requirements Continued...
Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated.
Upon completion of your Probationary Period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.
Additional information
This position will be filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Eligibility is limited to applicants who reside within the defined local commuting area at the time of application. For this announcement, the local commuting area is the area from which individuals can reasonably commute to the duty station under normal conditions. The defined vicinity for this position is the following counties:
You must provide proof of residency within the defined vicinity (e.g. mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, insurance policy, etc.). See the Required Documents section for information on how to verify current residence.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies.
Physical Demands: This position involves walking, bending, reaching, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and exerts heavy physical effort in lifting/moving of heavy side packs in excess of 50 pounds, feed sacks, hay bales, etc. Use of arms and legs while hitching loads to pack animals on steep or slick terrain. Requires good physical stamina with strength in arms, back, and legs for spending long hours in the saddle and driving heavy trucks for long distance and at odd hours.
Working Conditions: Incumbent works outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes and in steep mountain terrain. At times working alone in remote backcountry areas. Must be able lo sustain self in these conditions. Conditions expose incumbent to the possibility of broken bones, cuts, bruises, strains, insect bites, danger from animals crushing, striking, kicking or biting. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises and infections.
All Department of Interior (DOI) employees, their spouses, and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim, permit, lease, small tract entry, or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands, with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here, https://www.doi.gov/ethics/ethics-prohibitions.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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You will serve as a Field Unit Local (FUL) Livestock Handler with the National Park Service at Yellowstone National Park.
This position is located in the Division of Resource and Visitor Protection, Corral Operations, at Yellowstone National Park which encompasses 2.2 million acres. There are over 1,200 miles of trails, 35 backcountry ranger stations, and over 110 horses/mule in the Yellowstone remuda. This position is under the direct supervision of the Horse Handler Supervisor.
Learn more about this agency
Duties
Help
Career Seasonal - Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as permanent appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work from approximately January through mid-November and December, and you will be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year. Non-pay status to cover 11/15/2027-11/28/2027.
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:
- Work green horses to work with bison in pen settings as well as hazing in open country.
- Assist in day to day facility maintenance and operations at the barn facility.
- Feeding large herds of animals and administering necessary medical treatment as situations arise.
- Shoe horses.
- Assist co-workers in training other park personnel in riding techniques.
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Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct Deposit participation required.
- Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/.
- Driver's License: Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
- Government Charge Card: You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
- Minimum Age Requirement: You must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year Probationary Period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
This Probationary Period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
*Additional Requirements located under qualifications*
Qualifications
Requirements Continued...
Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated.
Upon completion of your Probationary Period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-Out).
- Technical Practices: theoretical precise, artistic
- Use of Measuring Instruments
- Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, Other Than Blueprints
- Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
- Knowledge of Materials
- Dexterity and Safety
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.
Additional information
This position will be filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Eligibility is limited to applicants who reside within the defined local commuting area at the time of application. For this announcement, the local commuting area is the area from which individuals can reasonably commute to the duty station under normal conditions. The defined vicinity for this position is the following counties:
- Montana: Gallatin and Park
- Wyoming: Park, Sublette, and Teton
- Idaho: Fremont
You must provide proof of residency within the defined vicinity (e.g. mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, insurance policy, etc.). See the Required Documents section for information on how to verify current residence.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies.
Physical Demands: This position involves walking, bending, reaching, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and exerts heavy physical effort in lifting/moving of heavy side packs in excess of 50 pounds, feed sacks, hay bales, etc. Use of arms and legs while hitching loads to pack animals on steep or slick terrain. Requires good physical stamina with strength in arms, back, and legs for spending long hours in the saddle and driving heavy trucks for long distance and at odd hours.
Working Conditions: Incumbent works outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes and in steep mountain terrain. At times working alone in remote backcountry areas. Must be able lo sustain self in these conditions. Conditions expose incumbent to the possibility of broken bones, cuts, bruises, strains, insect bites, danger from animals crushing, striking, kicking or biting. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises and infections.
All Department of Interior (DOI) employees, their spouses, and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim, permit, lease, small tract entry, or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands, with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here, https://www.doi.gov/ethics/ethics-prohibitions.
Expand Hide additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.