ENTRY LEVEL

Description: Performs less complex design duties. Works on complex designs under the supervision of a master landscape architect.

I. Knowledge of Discipline

II. Inter/Intra-Personal Skills

III. Leadership/Management

IV. NPS Environmental-Heritage Ethic

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of LA design principles and techniques

General knowledge/function of the NPS

Ability to deal/communicate effectively with others

Knowledge of general design processes and office procedures

Basic computer proficiency

Knowledge of NPS environmental/heritage ethic

Awareness of need for cross-cultural sensitivity and its application to design

DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL

Description: Performs more advanced design duties and studies. Collaborates with in-house and external experts.

I. Knowledge of Discipline

II. Inter/Intra-Personal Skills

III. Leadership/Management

IV. NPS Environmental-Heritage Ethic

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Same as entry level plus:

Skill in applying LA design principles and techniques to NPS projects

Ability to conduct briefings and meetings

Sensitivity to customer needs/issues and ability to respond appropriately

General understanding of the many facets of the design process, ability to anticipate problems and facilitate problem solving

Understanding of how design profession functions within NPS organization to help achieve mission

Working knowledge of NPS ethic, principles, and policies

Working knowledge of cross-cultural values and ability to address in design products

FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL

Description: Performs more advanced design duties and project/team coordination. As subject matter expert, collaborates with in-house and external resource personnel.

I. Knowledge of Discipline

II. Inter/Intra-Personal Skills

III. Leadership/Management

IV. NPS Environmental-Heritage Ethic

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Same as developmental level plus:

Leadership in LA design discipline and in complex, multi-disciplinary project development/production. Works effectively on multi-disciplinary teams

Complete understanding of NPS design ethic/policies

Ability to deliver effective professional presentations and chair meetings

Ability to achieve customer satisfaction

Ability to provide technical supervision and career planning to others within the discipline

Ability to complete high quality products on time and within budget

Provides leadership in the area of applying cross-cultural sensitivity and understanding to professional work for parks

***At expert level (GS-14/15) for future specialist career path:

Ability to represent NPS before other agencies/commissions;

is recognized as agency's expert/leader in discipline and/or

multi-faceted programs

Additional management/leadership skills are identified under the leadership/management career competencies