Description: Skill in influencing and negotiating to get the work of the agency accomplished working internally within the NPS and outside with community groups and neighboring governments.

ENTRY LEVEL

I.Influencing/Negotiating

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of influencing and negotiating techniques

Knowledge of appropriate situations to apply a range of techniques

Skill in assessing and recognizing situations where skills are most needed

DEVELOPMENTAL/FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL

I.Influencing/Negotiating

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to influence and persuade others through a variety of effective techniques

Skill in encouraging and facilitating cooperation to obtain information and accomplish common goals amongst diverse interests

Ability to negotiate mutually acceptable solutions and build consensus