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This position is a temporary seasonal, full time, not-to-exceed 1039 hrs duty stationed at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Watford City, North Dakota.
AREA INFORMATION: Theodore Roosevelt National Park is located in the badlands of western North Dakota. The park consists of three separate Units: The South Unit, Elkhorn Ranch Unit, and North Unit. The colorful Little Missouri River Badlands provide a scenic backdrop to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, which is home to a variety of plants and abundant wildlife, including bison, elk, wild horses, and bighorn sheep to name a few. The headquarters office is located in the South Unit. This position is located in the North Unit located 16 miles south of Watford City, North Dakota, and is 70 miles north by road from the South Unit and park headquarters located in Medora, North Dakota. Limited medical facilities plus shopping and schools are located in Watford City. Complete services and a college are located in Williston, North Dakota, 60 miles northwest of the park. Summers are warm and sunny with temperatures occasionally reaching 100 degrees F. Afternoon thunderstorms are common. Winters are invigorating, with temperatures sometimes reaching -35 degrees F. Skies are usually sunny. Snow is sporadic in the relatively dry climate, but heavy snow and blizzards are possible. For more information about the park go to www.nps.gov/thro For information about Watford City to go, www.4eyes.net and for information about Medora, ND go to www.medorand.com
This announcement is being advertised under delegated examining procedures and is open to all US Citizens.
Number of Vacancies: One position in the north unit will be filled from this job opportunity announcement.
Anticipated entry on duty date: May 2014.
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