Application Information

Application Paths

USAJOBS: The Department of Interior, National Park Service, and Kenai Fjords National Park primarily utilize USAJOBS to post position openings. USAJobs is the federal government's official source for federal jobs and employment information. You can find current openings through USAJOBS at the bottom of the main jobs page or by filtering your search on the USAJOBS website for jobs at Kenai Fjords. Find specific tips for applying through USAJOBS below.

LOCAL HIRE: If you have lived or worked in or near Kenai Fjords National Park you may qualify for Local Hire Authority. Applications are released and processed separately directly through Kenai Fjords National Park and the Alaska Region Human Resources (HR). Check our Local Hire Authority jobs page to see if you qualify, instructions for how to apply, tentative openings, and current positions available.

RE-HIRE: If you are interested in using Re-Hire eligibility for seasonal 1039 openings, please reach out to Kenai Fjords National Park HR at 907-422-0514.

LOCAL YOUTH: Unique opportunities exist for local youth to work summers at Kenai Fjords National Park. Learn more about and how to apply by visiting pages on local youth opportunities.

VOLUNTEER: For information on volunteering at Kenai Fjords visit our Volunteers page.

Key Points

Jobs at Kenai Fjords National Park may be hired through either or both USAJOBS and Local Hire Authority depending on the announcement. Applicants are encouraged to apply through both national USAJOBS and Local Hire Authority announcements if they qualify.

Job applications are often open for a very limited time and can be posted up to several months in advance. Bookmark and check current openings and local hire openings regularly, set up notifications for specific USAJOBS searches, and/or contact Kenai Fjords National Park HR at 907-422-0514 to learn about potential tentative openings.

Before you apply for a position with Kenai Fjords National Park, be sure to review the entire vacancy announcement carefully. Each vacancy announcement contains specific information about the duties of the position and the qualifications required.

Tips for Applying Through USAJOBS

After reviewing a vacancy announcement on USAJOBS, if you are interested in the position and believe you meet the qualification requirements, applications go through the USAJOBS website. It is recommended to create an account, resume, and upload any documents early, so that it is ready to go when the vacancy announcement is posted. Vacancy announcements are often posted for a very limited time and can close early when a limited applicant quota is met (indicated in announcement).

Preparing a Federal Application

Preparing an application for a federal government job is a little different than preparing one for other employers. You can follow our tips below, and read through the Office of Personnel Management guide for Writing an Effective Federal Resume for more details.

If this is your first federal resume, use the USAJOBS Resume Builder so you capture all required information. You can download and reformat it later if you prefer a different look.

Tailor your resume to the specific job by using keywords from the announcement in your resume to make your relevant experience obvious. If applying through USAJOBS, you can also use keywords from the occupational questionnaire, which should be available by link in the “How to Apply” section.

REMEMBER: Federal resumes are several pages long and very detailed (5-10+ pages is common). Be sure you include the following information:

  • Your name, mailing address, phone number, e-mail address, and Social Security Number.
  • Country of Citizenship.
  • Veteran’s preference eligibility.
  • Eligibility for reinstatement based on previous Federal service.
  • Work experience (including any relevant volunteer experience). Include specific starting and ending dates (month/day/year), job title, grade (if Federal employment), salary, hours worked per week, employer’s name and phone number, supervisor's name and phone number, and detailed information regarding your duties and accomplishments in the jobs you held.
  • Education completed. List names and addresses of schools attended, major(s), degree(s) earned, and year(s) received.
  • Other information relevant to the position for which you are applying, such as job-related training courses, job-related skills, current job-related certificates and licenses, etc.

In addition, most announcements also require that you submit your information in response to a list of knowledges, skills, and abilities directly related to the position being filled. Other forms may also be required, such as school transcripts, required certifications, documentation supporting veteran's preference or reinstatement eligibility. Don’t forget these attachments if they announcement says they’re required. Each announcement contains all the details about application procedures and deadlines and lists all the forms and information required for a complete application package.

After You Apply

Depending on the position, HR may have to review hundreds of applications, and it can take a while. Look out for e-mails notifying you if you are deemed eligible for the position and if you are subsequently referred to the hiring manager. If you are referred to the hiring manager, you may be contacted for an interview. The entire application process can take a few to several months depending on multiple factors including the intended start date of the position.

Questions?

For USAJOBS, each job announcement has the contact information for the HR Specialist near the bottom and visit our Employment FAQ. For local hire, follow contact instructions on our Local Hire Authority jobs page.

Last updated: September 13, 2023

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