ENTRY LEVEL

Description: The completion of an accredited undergraduate degree in the Arts and Sciences is assumed. Application of transporta-tion engineering knowledge and the expansion/application of that expertise to the interdisciplinary practice of NPS planning is required. Performs less complex planning duties on an independent basis. Generally works on more complex plans under the supervision of a senior planner.

I. Knowledge of Planning Discipline

II. Environmental Ethic in Global Context

III. Environmental/Heritage Ethic

IV. Inter/Intra-Personal Relationships

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic understanding of identified competencies and how they relate to the NPS planning process

Knowledge of NPS standards and application of these standards to a particular discipline. Basic understanding of NPS park operational systems and culture

General knowledge of values/ethic/legislative mandates/ issues associated with Park management

Basic understanding of global topics as they apply to the NPS mission

General knowledge of effective techniques to promote customer service

General knowledge of sustainable practices

DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL

Description: Performs at a more advanced level with less supervision as employee advances through the development stages. Collaborates with in-house and external experts. As employee advances, is exposed to more comprehensive aspects of relevant subject matter.

I. Knowledge of Planning Discipline

II. Environmental Ethic in Global Context

III. Environmental/Heritage Ethic

IV. Inter/Intra-Personal Relationships

V. NPS Leadership/Management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Same as entry level plus the following:

Working knowledge of the principles that govern park operations/park planning

Working knowledge of how to interpret transportation factors which may affect park planning

Working knowledge of effective techniques that promote customer service

General knowledge of the concepts and theories of transportation associated with planning process

Broad knowledge and ability to apply a specific discipline to the work of interdisciplinary teams

FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL

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

I. Knowledge of Planning Discipline

II. Environmental Ethic in Global Context

III. Environmental/Heritage Ethic

IV. Inter/Intra-Personal Relationships

V. NPS Leadership/Management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Same as developmental level plus the following:

Ability to practice and train others, demonstrating a complete understanding of NPS values/principles/ethics

Knowledge of transportation factors to park planning and effective integration of findings into the scoping/ alternatives development process

Knowledge of effective planning and management techniques in the practice by participating/leading the planning process

Ability to apply the principles of leadership in conducting planning activities from vision formulation to project evaluation

Demonstrated ability to function effectively in most aspects of the planning process

Ability to communicate effectively with other disciplines in order to integrate team member contributions

***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