Recreation Assistant (Tour Guide) NF-02 Job in Grafenwohr, Germany

Vacancy No. O5NAFJJ-24-12645409 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $15.50 to $16.00 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 12/18/2024 Close Date 1/2/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Grafenwohr, Germany


Summary

This position is located at Outdoor Recreation; Information, Ticketing & Registration; Grafenwoehr/Germany.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. US resident alien family members of US sponsors who are citizens of NATO countries other than the host nation and possess a valid green card and US Social Security Number (SSN). The Area of Consideration is Installation Wide (USAG Bavaria).

Duties

  • Works under general supervision of the Leisure Activities Manager. Accompanies guests during tours.
  • Gives detailed explanations and interpretations of tour features from the standpoint of historical development and historical background, introduction, and discussion of facts and features influencing present condition.
  • Observes special or major interests demonstrated by tour groups or individuals; adapts discussion to meet the special interests, cultural and educational level of tour groups.
  • Leads groups of visitors through historical sites and areas, gives explanation, identification and description of monuments, interpretation of German and especially Bavarian history.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • This position may require a health screening. Immunizations may be required as a condition of employment for the health and safety of those in the facility.
  • Must have or be able to obtain current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED training certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Must be able to work rotating shift, to include nights, holidays and weekends.
  • Must be able to travel up to 75% of scheduled hours.

Qualifications

  1. Must speak and write the English language sufficiently to communicate orally or in writing on matters pertaining to the assigned work.
  2. Spelling and grammar must be correct.
  3. A good working knowledge of the German language is highly desirable but not mandatory.

Best Qualifying Criteria
  • Experience in the travel industry as a trip leader or tour operator.
  • Experience leading large groups.
  • Experience in working independently.

Referral lists are based on the qualifications stated in the job announcement. Your qualifications MUST be fully described in your resume. In describing your experience, be clear and specific. NO ASSUMPTIONS WILL BE MADE REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Education

There is no educational requirements for this position.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is installation wide. Affiliation to USAG Bavaria means that you are either:
    currently employed on this installation,
    a spouse/family member of an active duty soldier assigned to this installation,
    a family member/dependent to someone that is currently employed on this installation, or
    an involuntarily separated military member (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00pm on 01/02/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band Allowances and Differentials
  • Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. Sunday premium may be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
  • Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Night differential may be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Foreign Overseas Allowances
  • Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid. These allowances may include Living Quarters Allowance (LQA).
  • Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for more information please see the agency contact information listed below for your local NAF Human Resources office.
  • Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here.
Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Overseas Employment Eligibility
  • U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.
  • In NATO countries employment of non-U.S. citizens under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Family Member Preference (OCONUS ONLY)
  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

The announcement questionnaire for this position includes "Best Qualified/Highly Preferred" Criteria. If you respond "yes" to the Best Qualified/ Highly Preferred criteria, please ensure your experience or knowledge is clearly identified on your resume and/or application package.

Applicants meeting this criterion will be forwarded to the Selecting Official before other qualified applicants. Best qualified candidates may have to undergo an interview process which will include reference checks.

Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume



The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): O5NAFJJ-24-12645409. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 01/02/2025.
-Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12645409.
-Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
-You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
-It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
-Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Grafenwoehr NAF HR Office
Address
JJ-NAF-W6FMAA USAG BAVARIA
DO NOT MAIL
APO, AE 09114
US
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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!


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