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Summary 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. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026.
Responsibilities This position serves as an assistant to the Lands Resource Manager in the Resource Management Division at the Natchez Trace Parkway (Parkway) headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi under the supervision of the Division Chief. The incumbent manages the Parkway's land records, deed reservations, scenic easements, leases, and land acquisitions and exchanges. They assist the construction permit and rights‑of‑way (ROW) coordinator and provide support to resolve trespass issues. They work collaboratively with subject matter experts and technical staff to identify issues with proposed actions and find solutions.
Requirements
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 wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license.
You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement: 12/31/2025, unless otherwise stated.
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. If part‑time, the hours must be annotated to allow pro‑rata calculation.
Experience At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS‑1170-7 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Experience includes:
Reviewing and understanding construction and right‑of‑way plans.
Reading maps, aerial photos, and plats.
Determining legal land rights.
Working with and understanding land deed, easement, and right‑of‑way documents.
Monitoring construction projects to ensure compliance with permit conditions.
Communicating with the public, local communities, and adjacent landowners.
Drafting permits and correspondence for official signature.
You must include hours per week worked.
Education Successful completion of at least a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B./J.D., if related. You must include transcripts.
OR – An equivalent combination of such education and experience. To calculate your percentage of qualifying graduate education, divide your number of semester hours in excess of 18 semester hours by 18 or the number your school uses to represent one year of full‑time graduate academic study. To calculate your percentage of experience, divide your months of qualifying specialized experience by 12. Add the two percentages. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must provide copies of your transcript and the hours worked per week on your resume.
ICTAP/CTAP Statement 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.
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. 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.
Physical Demands Work is split between sedentary and physical. The employee is responsible for conducting on‑site field inspections and project monitoring. Walking, standing, and bending in sometimes extreme climatic conditions is required.
Working Conditions Work activity occurs in offices, meeting and training rooms and in the field. Field work can expose the incumbent to high heat and humidity and a variety of insects and venomous snakes. Transportation can involve commercial and government vehicles as well as other forms of transportation. Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting.
Benefits 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. 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.
Additional Information Non‑Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non‑competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service within their established service year.
Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Sales and Management
Industries Government Administration
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(Seasonal) Realty Specialist
role at
National Park Service .
Be among the first 25 applicants.
Summary 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. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026.
Responsibilities This position serves as an assistant to the Lands Resource Manager in the Resource Management Division at the Natchez Trace Parkway (Parkway) headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi under the supervision of the Division Chief. The incumbent manages the Parkway's land records, deed reservations, scenic easements, leases, and land acquisitions and exchanges. They assist the construction permit and rights‑of‑way (ROW) coordinator and provide support to resolve trespass issues. They work collaboratively with subject matter experts and technical staff to identify issues with proposed actions and find solutions.
Requirements
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 wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license.
You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement: 12/31/2025, unless otherwise stated.
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. If part‑time, the hours must be annotated to allow pro‑rata calculation.
Experience At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS‑1170-7 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Experience includes:
Reviewing and understanding construction and right‑of‑way plans.
Reading maps, aerial photos, and plats.
Determining legal land rights.
Working with and understanding land deed, easement, and right‑of‑way documents.
Monitoring construction projects to ensure compliance with permit conditions.
Communicating with the public, local communities, and adjacent landowners.
Drafting permits and correspondence for official signature.
You must include hours per week worked.
Education Successful completion of at least a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B./J.D., if related. You must include transcripts.
OR – An equivalent combination of such education and experience. To calculate your percentage of qualifying graduate education, divide your number of semester hours in excess of 18 semester hours by 18 or the number your school uses to represent one year of full‑time graduate academic study. To calculate your percentage of experience, divide your months of qualifying specialized experience by 12. Add the two percentages. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must provide copies of your transcript and the hours worked per week on your resume.
ICTAP/CTAP Statement 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.
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. 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.
Physical Demands Work is split between sedentary and physical. The employee is responsible for conducting on‑site field inspections and project monitoring. Walking, standing, and bending in sometimes extreme climatic conditions is required.
Working Conditions Work activity occurs in offices, meeting and training rooms and in the field. Field work can expose the incumbent to high heat and humidity and a variety of insects and venomous snakes. Transportation can involve commercial and government vehicles as well as other forms of transportation. Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting.
Benefits 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. 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.
Additional Information Non‑Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non‑competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service within their established service year.
Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Sales and Management
Industries Government Administration
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