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Department of the Interior
National Park Service
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Help preserve Americas historic treasures.
This advanced journey-level position independently performs skilled preservation trade work to repair, restore, reconstruct, and preserve historic buildings and structures. Work includes masonry, wood crafting, carpentry, roofing, and painting using established historic preservation methods, standards, and techniques.
To find out more about the National Park Service visit: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm
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Summary
Help preserve Americas historic treasures.
This advanced journey-level position independently performs skilled preservation trade work to repair, restore, reconstruct, and preserve historic buildings and structures. Work includes masonry, wood crafting, carpentry, roofing, and painting using established historic preservation methods, standards, and techniques.
To find out more about the National Park Service visit: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm
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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Saint Augustine, FL
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $28.45 - $33.19 per hour
First-time Federal employees are generally appointed at Step 1. The advertised salary range does not guarantee a higher starting salary.
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time - Position requires weekend work. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, holidays, overtime and shift work. Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number CAHT-26-13046518-DE-JMB Control number 882119000
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
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This announcement is open to U.S. Citizen or National; and Career transition eligibles (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL).
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This position is located within the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Natl Pk Svc, Southeast, Castillo De San Marcos National Mt, Saint Augustine, FL. The major duties consist of but are not limited to:
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Qualifications
Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current, valid state-issued drivers license. This requirement is a selective placement factor and will be used as a screen-out. Applicants must possess this requirement by the closing date of the announcement. The selectee will be required to provide proof prior to appointment. Applicants who do not possess this requirement will be found ineligible for further consideration.
OPM Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations will be used in determining your qualifications. There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in the resume materials, that you possess the skill level that has equipped you with the particular job elements to successfully perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the screen-out element(s) identified below, and your resume must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job elements:
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. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. 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.
You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.
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.
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement, 09/09/2026.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.
Additional information
DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify.
Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
Physical Demands: The work requires considerable physical effort and stamina. Duties involve frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and/or working from ladders, scaffolds, rooftops, and/or uneven terrain. The incumbent regularly uses hand and power tools and performs tasks requiring manual dexterity and coordination. Work may require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and/or moving materials, tools, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 80 pounds. The incumbent must be physically able to perform the duties of the position and maintain these requirements throughout employment.
Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, and ice. Duties may be performed at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 150 feet. The work environment may include exposure to dust, dirt, noise, vibration, and hazards associated with the use of hand and power tools, equipment, and construction materials. Employees may occasionally be exposed to hazardous substances, biological hazards, and wildlife. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required, and all safety and occupational health regulations must be followed.
If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. A continued service agreement may be required if it is determined you are eligible for a permanent change in duty station (PCS), recruitment, or relocation incentive.
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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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.
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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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated ineligible, not qualified, or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position.
Your resume must not exceed 2 pages. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed.
Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veterans preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into the following categories:
You will be evaluated on the following competencies and/or job elements:Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading), Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc., Knowledge of Materials, Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic), and Use of Measuring Instruments
Current or former displaced Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified, score at least 85 (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Providing false or misleading information on your resume or supporting documentation may result in removal from consideration or other action consistent with applicable federal hiring regulations. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.
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.
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Required Documents
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/09/2026 unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement:
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Do not submit resumes that include your photograph with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials, you must remove your image from all documents.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agencys staffing offices.
How to Apply
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Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the 09/09/2026.
The application process is as follows:
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.
Applicants who apply under this job opportunity announcement agree to have their application, associated documents and applicable personal information shared with other Bureaus/Offices within the Department of the Interior (DOI) who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade, full performance level and in the same geographic location(s), including within the same metro/commuting area. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration.
Agency contact information
Jessica Baker
Email jessica_baker@ios.doi.gov Address Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
One South Castillo Drive
St Augustine, FL 32084
US
Next steps
Please refer to your USAJOBS account for application status; the Human Resources Office cannot respond to individual status inquiries.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
You can find your path with the Department of Interior at https://careers.doi.gov/.
Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/09/2026 unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement:
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Do not submit resumes that include your photograph with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials, you must remove your image from all documents.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agencys staffing offices.
How to Apply
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Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the 09/09/2026.
The application process is as follows:
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.
Applicants who apply under this job opportunity announcement agree to have their application, associated documents and applicable personal information shared with other Bureaus/Offices within the Department of the Interior (DOI) who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade, full performance level and in the same geographic location(s), including within the same metro/commuting area. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration.
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Agency contact information
Jessica Baker
Email jessica_baker@ios.doi.gov Address Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
One South Castillo Drive
St Augustine, FL 32084
US
Next steps
Please refer to your USAJOBS account for application status; the Human Resources Office cannot respond to individual status inquiries.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
You can find your path with the Department of Interior at https://careers.doi.gov/.
Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
National Park Service
The Department of the Interior protects and manages the Nations natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; and honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island Communities. Click here to learn more about the Department of the Interior and its bureaus.
The mission of the National Park Service (NPS) is to preserve the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. You can make a difference by bringing your unique experience, background, and perspective to our work. Click here to learn more about the National Park Service.
Agency contact information
Jessica Baker
Email jessica_baker@ios.doi.gov Address Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
One South Castillo Drive
St Augustine, FL 32084
US
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Summary
Help preserve Americas historic treasures.
This advanced journey-level position independently performs skilled preservation trade work to repair, restore, reconstruct, and preserve historic buildings and structures. Work includes masonry, wood crafting, carpentry, roofing, and painting using established historic preservation methods, standards, and techniques.
To find out more about the National Park Service visit: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Saint Augustine, FL
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $28.45 - $33.19 per hour
First-time Federal employees are generally appointed at Step 1. The advertised salary range does not guarantee a higher starting salary.
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time - Position requires weekend work. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, holidays, overtime and shift work. Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number CAHT-26-13046518-DE-JMB Control number 882119000
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