The Morning Report for Friday, April 27, 2012

INCIDENTS

Amistad National Recreation Area (TX)
Man Involved In Armed Standoff Sentenced

On February 13, 2010, C.H. and a female companion led officers from several agencies in a vehicle pursuit, reportedly with shots fired, through the city of Del Rio and then into Amistad NRA (click on this link for the original report). After their vehicle became stuck, they ran into the brush and an armed standoff ensued for two and a half hours. It ended when a Texas DPS ranger shot C.H. in the wrist. As a result of this incident, C.H. was found guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm. On April 23rd, C.H. was sentenced in federal court to 72 months in federal prison (with credit for time served), three years supervised release, and $100 in court costs.
[Submitted by Regina Klein Dissler, Chief Ranger]

OPERATIONAL NOTES

Servicewide
Upcoming Training And Conference Calendar

Please submit information on upcoming training courses to Bill_Halainen@nps.gov no later than the Thursday morning before the Friday calendar update. New listings and revisions are in bold face.

Please note that the calendar includes ongoing, on-line training offerings. They appear at the end of this listing.

All entries must be brief and should have the following:

Beginning and ending dates.
Name and location of course.
A short one- to two-line description.
The closing date for application or registration.
Name(s) and number(s) for more information.
Most importantly, a link to a website where full announcements or detailed information can be found.

Note: Listings are removed from the calendar once the application deadline has passed.

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Scheduled Training

April 30 - May 3 - NPS Fundamentals V: Building Trust, Teams and Leaders, Washington, DC. Free - all travel/tuition is paid for by Learning and Development. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website (http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm) and/or contact Samantha Paige at 202-354-1903 or via Lotus Notes.

May 7 - Retirement Planning for New Employees, TEL Broadcast, 1:00-3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This training is designed to enable employees who are just beginning their careers to plan prudently for their retirement. You can register in DOI Learn. Search term is Retirement Planning. Although registration ends May 7th, you may still participate as long as your equipment is available and you may receive credit in your official transcript. Visit the TEL website, contact your TELPOC, or contact Katrina Fritts (Katrina_fritts@nps.gov or 304-535-5089) for more information.

May 14 - May 17 - NPS Fundamentals V: Building Trust, Teams and Leaders, Washington, DC. Free - all travel/tuition is paid for by Learning and Development. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website (http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm) and/or contact Samantha Paige at 202-354-1903 or via Lotus Notes.

May 14 - May 18 - Annual Law Enforcement Refresher, Memphis, TN. Natchez Trace Parkway is hosting its annual law enforcement refresher course. This year's event will be held at the Memphis Police Department Academy. The class will be divided into two groups to provide the best student to instructor ratio. This year's refresher will be focused on officer rescue and emergency care with the majority being hands-on activities. Topics include downed officer rescue (10 hours), tactical emergency medicine (4 hours), rifle training (8 hours), pistol training (2 hours), legal/policy update (2 hours), defensive tactics (6 hours), use of force scenarios (4 hours), and DUI refresher (4 hours). Hotel rooms at the per diem rate have been secured in downtown Memphis. Tuition is $150, all travel and per diem expenses must be borne by benefiting accounts. For more information, questions, or the schedule, please contact John Hearne at (662)840-7582 or john_hearne@nps.gov

May 14 - May 18 - Equipment Operator Safety, Fort McHenry NHS, Baltimore, MD. This course will examine the risks of operating heavy equipment and steps required to minimize them. To enroll in the class: Click on this Link or log on to DOI Learn, and search for "Equipment Operator." Your supervisor must approve the class in DOILearn. Learning and Development is offering travel scholarships. After enrolling in the class, email sarah_polzin@nps.gov for a scholarship application. For more information or questions, please contact Sarah Polzin, 301-663-8206 x 115 or Steve Hastings, 301-663-8206 x 134.

May 16 - May 18 - EMT Refresher, Zion NP, UT. This class will fulfill the 24 hour traditional refresher course requirement for the NREMT EMT-Basic recertification standards. For particulars, contact course coordinator Ryan McDonald-O'Lear via email or at 435-772-7828.

May 15 - May 18 - Interagency Regional Wilderness Stewardship Training Course, Munising, MI. Sponsored by the Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

May 16 - LE Refresher, TEL Broadcast/Webcast, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The NPS-LETC produces in-service law enforcement training sessions for NPS rangers for across the country, covering the latest legal updates, use of force policy, and a full range of other topics in law enforcement. Visit the TEL website or the NPS-LETC website often to find out what topics will be discussed and to download any handout materials. You can register in DOI Learn. Search term is LE Refresher. Although registration ends May 16th, you may still participate as long as your TEL equipment is available. If you use the webcasting features, you must make sure your TELPOC is aware so that he/she can get your name on the sign-in attendance sheet. Visit the websites above or contact Katrina Fritts (katrina_fritts@nps.gov or 304-535-5089) for more information.

May 22 - May 24 - Green Preservation: A LEED Technical Review and Exam Preparation Workshop, Presidio, San Francisco, CA. The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training in partnership with the Presidio Trust is offering a three day workshop to prepare participants for the LEED Green Associate exam. The workshop will feature case studies and have a historic preservation emphasis. Registration must be completed before May 18th and if you register before April 27th you will be eligible for a $100 discount. For the full announcement or to register please visit http://ncptt.nps.gov/leedpresidio. For more information, contact Sarah Marie Jackson by email at sarah_m_jackson@nps.gov or by phone at 318/356-7444.

May 30 - June 1 - "Confluence of Cultures: World Heritage in the Americas," 15th Annual US/ICOMOS International Scientific Symposium, San Antonio, TX. For more information, go to http://ncptt.nps.gov/call-for-papers-world-heritge-in-the-americas/

June 4 - June 7 - NPS Fundamentals V: Building Trust, Teams and Leaders, Washington, DC. Free - all travel/tuition is paid for by Learning and Development. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website (http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm) and/or contact Samantha Paige at 202-354-1903 or via Lotus Notes.

June 4 - June 8 - Interdisciplinary Resource Protection and Law, National Interagency Fire Center, Boise, ID. This course provides employees with a solid understanding of the resource mission of the NPS and the primary laws, legal authorities, case law interpretation, and policies used to protect park resources. Participants will also receive instruction in the functions and roles that contribute to effective interdisciplinary group work and practice these skills through resource protection case studies. Deadline for application is May 4th. Travel scholarships to help defray costs are available but must be submitted by May 4th. For the full announcement and scholarship application, go to the Natural Resource Stewardship Training web page at http://www.nps.gov/training/nrs/events/events.html . For more information about the course, please contact Jeri Hall, jeri_hall@nps.gov; or Cathy Purchis, cathy_purchis@nps.gov.

June 5 - June 6 - Methods and Materials for Maintenance of Historic Buildings, Campbell Center for Historic Preservation Studies, Mt. Carroll, IL This class has been developed in cooperation with the Campbell Center for Historic Preservation Studies. It is designed for people who repair and maintain historic structures. John Leek and Bob Yapp, two of America's top hands-on historic preservation and maintenance professionals will teach the class together. This is not a theory or planning class. You will learn how to identify the underlying conditions that create maintenance problems as well as the proper use of products and methods that have been field tested. Lodging and meals will be provided. Transportation costs to be paid by benefiting account. There is no tuition charge. To enroll click here, login to DOI Learn and Submit Request or search DOI Learn's catalog for "building exteriors." Supervisory approval is required. Contact: Dorothy Printup, 301-663-8206 ext. 101 or Steve Hastings, 301-663-8206 ext. 134.

June 6 - June 7 - NAGPRA in the Parks, St. Augustine, FL. Park NAGPRA is offering tuition-free training that will provide a comprehensive overview of NAGPRA and prepare participants to respond to inadvertent discoveries and plan for intentional excavations as prescribed by the law. For more information, contact Mary S. Carroll at Mary_Carroll@nps.gov or 303-969-2300 or go to http://inside.nps.gov/index.cfm?handler=viewnpsnewsarticle&type=Announcements&id=11984 .

June 10 - June 15 - Steel Window Preservation Workshop, Pine Mountain Settlement School, Pine Mountain, KY. This workshop is geared toward people of all skill levels. Participants will learn how to remove steel window units, repair rusted and bent sections, replace missing components, adjust frames, remove and reapply glazing, remove and reapply paint, and other aspects of steel window restoration. Cost for this workshop is $950, which includes tuition, meals, lodging, student materials, and safety glasses. For more information, visit http://www.pinemountainsettlementschool.com/workshops.php?view=details&id=117 .

June 13 - Legal Update, TEL Broadcast/Webcast, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The NPS-LETC produces in-service law enforcement training sessions for NPS rangers for across the country, covering the latest legal updates, use of force policy, and a full range of other topics in law enforcement. Visit the TEL website or the NPS-LETC website often to find out what topics will be discussed and to download any handout materials. You can register in DOI Learn. Search term is Legal Update. Although registration ends June 13th, you may still participate as long as your TEL equipment is available. If you use the webcasting features, you must make sure your TELPOC is aware so that he/she can get your name on the sign-in attendance sheet. Visit the websites above or contact Katrina Fritts (katrina_fritts@nps.gov or 304-535-5089) for more information.

June 18 - June 29 - Firearms Instructor Training, Glynco, GA. The deadline for applications is April 30th. Click on this link for the course announcement; contact Wiley Golden at FLETC (912-267-2246) with any questions.

June 20 - June 23 - National Underground Railroad Conference, St. Augustine, FL. The 2012 conference theme explores resistance to slavery through escape and flight to and from the South, including through international flight, from the 16th century to the end of the Civil War. The conference will highlight how southern freedom seekers seized unique opportunities to escape enslavement through flight into Spanish Florida and the Seminole Nation, to the Caribbean Islands, and into the western borderlands of Indian Territory, Texas, and Mexico. Other conference topics include preservation and interpretation of stories of southern freedom seekers during the War of 1812 and the American Civil War, in commemoration of the 200th and 150th anniversaries, respectively. The conference will also observe the upcoming 450th anniversary of the City of St. Augustine's founding and the city's ongoing legacy in the Civil Rights history with the impending 50th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. This conference provides an opportunity to answer our recent "Call to Action" and NPS parks are especially welcome to participate. The conference will bring together a mix of grass roots researchers, public historians, community advocates, site stewards, government officials, local youth, and the general public. NPS staff participation as presenters, exhibit hall posters, volunteers, and attendees illustrates our service-wide commitment to interpret the full diversity of United States history, to expand the meaning of parks to new audiences, and to provide an opportunity for communities to learn more about their heritage. The call for proposals is now available on the Organization of American Historians website at: http://www.oah.org/programs/nps/2012ugrr/index.html . For more information, visit the Network to Freedom website at http://www.nps.gov/ugrr/community/annual-conference.htm, or contact Turkiya L. Lowe, SER Program Manager, at turkiya_lowe@nps.gov, 404-507-5830.

June 24 - June 30 - Advanced Trails Program: Maintenance and Management - Bridges, William Penn Mott Jr. Training Center, Mount San Jacinto SP, Idyllwild, CA. This is the third in Mott's award winning trails program management course of study. Topics include project management and implementation, ADA fully accessible trails, and bridge construction. For information on the Mott Training Center and their curriculum, click on this link. To apply, click on this link and log on to DOI Learn or search the catalog for "advanced trails." Contact: Steve Hastings, 301-663-8206 x 134, or Dorothy Printup, 301-663-8206 x 101. The NPS Office of Learning & Development has paid tuition. "Tuition" includes all class costs. Parks are responsible for travel, lodging and meals.

June 26 - June 28 - Instructional Techniques for New Instructors, Stephen T. Mather Training Center, Harpers Ferry, WV. This course is designed for those who have little to no instructional experience. Priority will be given to new instructors for the FBMS system. Others will be considered on a space available basis. Langevin Learning Services, a respected name in the training community, will instruct the three-day course. Read the full announcement. Registration for the course must be completed in DOI Learn by May 18th. For more information, contact Jo Robinson, ABCS Training Manager, at 304-535-5016 or jo_robinson@nps.gov.

June 26 - June 30 - Interagency National Wilderness Stewardship Training Course, Missoula, MT. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

June 30 - July 3 - 18th International Interdisciplinary Conference on the Environment, Portland, ME. Sponsored by the Interdisciplinary Environmental Association, this conference focuses on combining ideas and research findings from different disciplines to enhance our understanding of the interactions between the natural environment and human institutions. Areas of special interest include environmental issues of the North Atlantic; impacts of climate change; coastal and wetlands management; ecotourism and park management; green economic, legal, and business strategies; ethical aspects of environmental policy; environmental health and human impacts; and fisheries management. For more information, click on this link: http://ieaonline.org/?page_id=68

July 9 - Retirement Planning for New Employees, TEL Broadcast/Webcast, 1:00-3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This training is designed to enable employees who are just beginning their careers to plan prudently for their retirement. You can register in DOI Learn. Search term is Retirement Planning. Although registration ends May 7th, you may still participate as long as your equipment is available and you may receive credit in your official transcript. Visit the TEL website, contact your TELPOC, or contact Katrina Fritts (Katrina_fritts@nps.gov or 304-535-5089) for more information.

July 10 - July 12 - Park Structural Fire Coordination Workshop, NCTC, Shepherdstown, WV. This course will provide park structural fire coordinators with training regarding the responsibilities of the position, policy requirements, fire code inspections, fundamentals of fire detection systems and fire suppression systems, fundamentals of park structural fire operations, implementation of required structural fire programs, writing structural fire management plans, and more. No tuition or lodging cost to parks, meals provided; parks are responsible for student travel. To reserve a spot in the class, please email the following information Jim King at james_king@nps.gov no later than June 15th - name, park/unit, title/position, supervisor, telephone number and email address. Participants will be confirmed via email.

July 10 - July 12 - 3D Digital Documentation Summit, San Francisco, CA. Registration is $299. For more information, go to the NCPTT website (http://ncptt.nps.gov/3d-digital-documentation-summit/) and/or Jason Church at 318-356-7444 jason_church@contractor.nps.gov .

July 15 - July 20 - Wood Window Preservation Workshop, Pine Mountain Settlement School, Pine Mountain, KY. This workshop is geared toward people of all skill levels. Participants will follow the sash restoration process from removal of the window, to paint removal, repair, use of epoxies, Dutchman repair, glazing and re-installation. The pros and cons of window weatherization, including the energy savings of storm windows will also be discussed. Cost of the workshop is $750, which includes tuition, meals, lodging, student materials and safety glasses. For more information, visit http://www.pinemountainsettlementschool.com/workshops.php?view=details&id=118

July 18 - LE Refresher, TEL Broadcast/Webcast, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The NPS-LETC produces in-service law enforcement training sessions for NPS rangers for across the country, covering the latest legal updates, use of force policy, and a full range of other topics in law enforcement. Visit the TEL website or the NPS-LETC website often to find out what topics will be discussed and to download any handout materials. You can register in DOI Learn. Search term is LE Refresher. Although registration ends May 16th, you may still participate as long as your TEL equipment is available. If you use the webcasting features, you must make sure your TELPOC is aware so that he/she can get your name on the sign-in attendance sheet. Visit the websites above or contact Katrina Fritts (katrina_fritts@nps.gov or 304-535-5089) for more information

July 23 - July 26 - NPS Fundamentals V: Building Trust, Teams and Leaders, Washington, DC. Free - all travel/tuition is paid for by Learning and Development. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website (http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm) and/or contact Samantha Paige at 202-354-1903 or via Lotus Notes.

August 13 - August 17 - Fundamentals of Special Park Uses, DOI Learning Center, Albuquerque, NM. This course covers all aspects of special park uses including First Amendment activities, commercial filming, still photography and rights- of-way. DO-53/RM-53 are covered in depth, as well as 36 CFR and NPS Management Policies 2006. A draft agenda is posted on the special park uses page at http://inside.nps.gov/waso/waso.cfm?prg=185&lv=3 Minimum class size 15 participants. For more information contact Lee Dickinson, Special Park Uses Program Manager, WASO at 202/513-7092. Enrollment deadline is July 13th.

August 20 - August 23 - NPS Fundamentals V: Building Trust, Teams and Leaders, Washington, DC. Free - all travel/tuition is paid for by Learning and Development. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website (http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm) and/or contact Samantha Paige at 202-354-1903 or via Lotus Notes.

October 1 - November 9 - National Search and Rescue Academy, Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, CA. The NPS has announced the first session of its new National Search & Rescue Academy (NSARA) - an intensive six-week comprehensive SAR training program for entry-level employees. This program will provide participants with a venue to efficiently attain field rescuer skills in a single condensed format, which typically requires numerous years of career development. This core program provides participants with essential field rescue skills in ground search operations, incident command system, swiftwater rescue, technical rope rescue, search management, basic aviation safety, helicopter crew member, and remote - emergency medical responder (R-EMR). Learning experiences will include SAR communications, GIS for SAR, cell phone tracking, canine operations, and UAV/UAS SAR operations. The training will be delivered in the classroom as well as various physically challenging outdoor environments. This will be a very physically demanding course and participants are required to perform at an arduous level without limitations. Participants will be involved in daily fitness conditioning. All participants must be proficient swimmers. A participant physical questionnaire must be submitted and approved by the course medical advisor. Participant fitness testing will be completed through the Marine Corps physical fitness test. The following independent study classes must be completed in advance - ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, I-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, I-700 NIMS An Introduction, and NPS Basic Search & Rescue. For further information and an application, contact the NSARA coordinator, Ken Phillips, NPS Branch Chief of Search & Rescue, at ken_phillips@nps.gov. The nomination deadline is June 3rd.

October 15 - October 26 - Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Course, Glen Canyon NRA, AZ. This 80-hour class is designed to provide persons participating in NPS structural fire suppression efforts with the technical information and primary skills essential for the safe operation and proper maintenance of a fire apparatus. Emphasis is on hands-on training of pumping skills critical to the support of personnel assigned to fire control functions. Personnel will become proficient in troubleshooting, hydraulics, drafting and multiple line pumping evolutions. This will be supported with technical literature and training manuals. After successful completion of this course the individual will be certified to drive, pump, and maintain structure fire apparatus for the NPS. The closing date is September 14th. For more information, contact Mark Gorman at 208-387-5244 or check the website at http://npsfamshare/structural/operations/default.aspx.

November 5 - November 9 - Fire Instructor I Course, Glen Canyon NRA, AZ. This course is designed to provide firefighters with the information needed to meet the job performance requirements in NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. This 40-hour class prepares fire service personnel with the skills necessary to deliver instruction materials, including assembling course materials and the use of instructional aides and evaluation tools. Knowledge and skills will be tested throughout the course and course graduates will be qualified as fire instructors within the National Park Service with accreditation through the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications. The closing date is October 5th. For more information, contact Mark Gorman at 208-387-5244 or check the website at http://npsfamshare/structural/operations/default.aspx.

December 3 - December 7 - Engine Company Fire Officer Class, Glen Canyon NRA, AZ. Using the incident command system, participants will develop technical knowledge and leadership skills essential for the command and control of structural fire emergencies. Individuals are introduced to the management skills of preplanning, communications, decision-making, fire attack strategies/tactics, and logistical support functions and will practice their skills through dynamic group sessions and video simulations. The closing date is November 2nd. For more information, contact Mark Gorman at 208-387-5244 or check the website at http://npsfamshare/structural/operations/default.aspx.

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Online and Ongoing Training

Cultural Resources

Nationwide Programmatic Agreement Toolkit. To help guide NPS staff on implementing the NPS nationwide programmatic agreement, which governs Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, the NPS has developed a "toolkit." The toolkit is mandatory training that provides guidance to NPS superintendents and Section 106 coordinators, division chiefs, and facilities staff at region and park levels on using the programmatic agreement during Section 106 review. NPS employees may earn a certificate for their review of the toolkit through DOI Learn by taking a final assessment. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the toolkit website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The toolkit website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/history/howto/PAToolkit/index.htm. For more information about the NPS nationwide programmatic agreement toolkit, please contact: Jeffrey Durbin, NPS Section 106 compliance program officer, at 202-354-1816 or Jeffrey_durbin@nps.gov

Managing Archeological Collections. Learn about caring for archeological collections and help to overcome the curation crisis. The course is designed to assist those who are interested in, or need to learn more about, preserving and managing archeological collections over the long term. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the course website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The course website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/collections/index.htm. For more information, contact Teresa Moyer (202-354-2124, teresa_moyer@nps.gov).

Archeology for Interpreters. Through this training, interpreters and anyone with an interest and need to know - including law enforcement rangers, natural resource experts, and managers -- may gain basic knowledge about archeology. The course provides opportunities to learn about archeological methods and analysis and how to encourage concern for the preservation and protection of archeological resources. A park-based case study provides practice. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the course website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The course website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/AforI/index.htm. For more information, contact Teresa Moyer (202-354-2124, teresa_moyer@nps.gov).

Interpretation for Archeologists. Archeologists and other resource professionals can take this training to gain a firm foundation in and understanding of the purpose, philosophy, and techniques of interpretation. The course encourages archeologists to frame their work for the public and to work with interpreters to integrate archeological perspectives into interpretive products and tell compelling stories. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the course website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The course website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/IforA/index.htm. For more information, contact Teresa Moyer (202-354-2124, teresa_moyer@nps.gov).

Study Tour of Archeological Interpretation. View interpretation with "fresh eyes" to evaluate choices and strategies for interpreting archeology in parks and historic sites. Download worksheets to assist in evaluating both onsite interpretation and virtual visits. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the course website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The course website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/studytour/index.htm. For more information, contact Teresa Moyer (202-354-2124, teresa_moyer@nps.gov).

Assessment of Archeological Interpretation. Use the interpretive analysis model to evaluate the effectiveness of interpreting archeological resources on the basis of visitor experience at the levels of short-term outcomes, long-term outcomes, and audience feedback. Learn more about the National Park Service evaluation strategy. Register for the course in DOI Learn, then review the contents of the course website before returning to DOI Learn to complete a final assessment. The course website is available online at: http://www.nps.gov/archeology/aiassess/index.htm. For more information, contact Teresa Moyer (202-354-2124, teresa_moyer@nps.gov)

NPS Fundamentals

NPS Fundamentals I: NPS Mission and History. A cornerstone for your NPS career. Learn online at your own pace about the history of the NPS, how the NPS is organized, and how the NPS fits into the federal government. Completion of this course is a prerequisite for NPS Fundamentals II: Introduction to NPS Operations. Cost: free. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website: http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm . Contact: Judy Geniac, (Judy_Geniac@nps.gov, 928-638-7881).

NPS Fundamentals III: NPS Career Management and Retirement Planning. Look ahead in your NPS career and eventual retirement. Learn online at your own pace about career and retirement planning, including sessions on advancing in your chosen career path, financial planning, insurance, and making healthy lifestyle choices. Cost: free. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website: http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm. Contact: Judy Geniac, (Judy_Geniac@nps.gov, 928-638-7881).

NPS Fundamentals IV: Managing Work Life in the NPS. What are the expected legal and ethical behaviors of NPS employees? Why should diversity matter to you? What can you do to ensure a safe work environment? Get these questions answered and more in this online course studying public ethics, diversity, and safety in the NPS. Cost: free. For more information, go to the NPS Fundamentals website: http://www.nps.gov/training/fund/index.htm. Contact: Judy Geniac, (Judy_Geniac@nps.gov, 928-638-7881).

Wilderness

The Wilderness Act of 1964. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Minimum Requirements Analysis. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Wilderness Stewardship Planning Framework. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Wilderness Visitor Use Management. A suite of three courses: Fundamentals, Strategies, and Monitoring Impacts and Uses. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Natural Resource Management in Wilderness. A suite of twelve courses: Fundamentals, Challenges in Natural Resource Restoration, Monitoring, Evaluating Proposals for Scientific Activity, Fish and Wildlife, Fish and Wildlife Inventory and Monitoring, Threatened and Endangered Species, Air Quality, Soil and Water, Vegetation, Soundscapes, and Night Sky. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Managing Cultural Resources in Wilderness. A suite of three courses: Fundamentals, Inventory and Monitoring, and Evaluating Scientific Proposals. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Managing Paleontological Resources in Wilderness. A suite of three courses: Fundamentals, Inventory and Monitoring, and Evaluating Scientific Proposals. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

Deciding to Keep Wilderness Wild: Four Cornerstones for Wilderness Managers. Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center/Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands. Click on this link for course information. Contact: Tim Devine, 406-243-4612, tim_devine@nps.gov with any questions.

EMS

EMS Training. The Branch of Emergency Services is announcing various levels of emergency medical services (EMS) training. This is offered to NPS employees at no cost by the Air National Guard. A list of offerings and dates are located under the "Training" link on the NPS EMS InsideNPS website. If you wish to attend one of the listed sessions, please contact Bob Wightman at 865-436-1261 or bob_wightman@nps.gov. He will provide additional details about the courses and will put you in touch with ANG liaison.

EMS Training. The 445th Aeromedical Staging Squadron at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Fairborn, Ohio, is offering 22 EMS refreshers, each combined with American Heart Association CPR for Healthcare Provider classes and two four-week-long accelerated NREMT certification courses throughout FY 2012. These courses are offered tuition free to NPS employees. Reduced-rate lodging may be available on base. Refreshers, or portions, may be attended for CEU's. Offerings and dates:

Accelerated NREMT - August 6 - August 31
EMS Refresher/CPR - May 21 - May 24, June 4 - June 8, June 25 - June 29, July 9 - July 13, July 16 - July 20, July 23 - July 27, September 10 - September 14, September 17 - September 21, and September 24 - September 28

Contact Keith Gad by email (Keith_Gad@nps.gov) or by phone at 937-681-8308 to receive more information and instructions.

Retirement

Firefighter/Law Enforcement Officer Retirement Training for Human Resource Specialists, Managers and Supervisors. This course is designed to provide firefighter and law enforcement officer retirement training for human resources specialists, managers and supervisors. Cost: Free. For more information, see DOI Learn website: http://www.doi.gov/doilearn. Registration: DOI Learn Help Desk 1-866-466-1998 or email at doilearn@geolearning.com. FLERT Contact: William (Alan) Sizemore, Alan_Sizemore@ios.doi.gov 208-334-1556.

FERS Retirement Training for Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers. This course is designed to provide firefighters and law enforcement officers with information on FERS special retirement provisions so that they can manage their careers in such a way that they maximize their benefits. Special retirement provisions apply to employees occupying these positions and they have specific responsibilities that are critical to know about and act upon throughout their careers if they expect to qualify for special retirement. Cost: Free. For more information, see DOI Learn website: http://www.doi.gov/doilearn. Registration: DOI Learn Help Desk 1-866-466-1998 or email at doilearn@geolearning.com. FLERT Contact: William (Alan) Sizemore, Alan_Sizemore@ios.doi.gov 208-334-1556.

PARKS AND PEOPLE

Northeast Region
GS-2010-9 Inventory Management Specialist

Dates: 04/23/2012 - 05/10/2012

Independence is seeking candidates for a position as an inventory management specialist.

Click on the link below for a copy of the announcement with full details on duties and procedures for applying.

It closes on May 10th.
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Lassen Volcanic National Park (CA)
WS-4749-9 Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor

Lassen Volcanic has issued an announcement for a maintenance mechanic supervisor.

Click on the link below for a copy of the announcement with full details on duties and procedures for applying.

For specific information on duties, contact Keith Farrar at 530-595-6220.

It closes on April 27th.
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NPS serious incident submission standards can be found at the following web site:

http://inside.nps.gov/waso/custompages.cfm?prg=45&id;=8728&lv;=2&pgid;=3504

All reports should now be submitted via this automated system.