Natural Resources Program Manager

Summary

About the Position: Resource Manager for a large water resource development project with substantial and recurring natural resources management activities and heavy recreation attendance.

This announcement is for current, permanent Army employees that would like to be considered for a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade. External status candidates apply to Announcement # CERE2416308162915.

Please see "Additional Information" section below for further details.

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Duties

• Develop and implement a variety of complex and sometimes controversial natural resources management and protection programs.
• Exercise a thorough knowledge of natural resources management laws and regulations as well as a thorough knowledge of the effects of different management practices upon fish and wildlife populations.
• Approve/disapprove the availability of project lands and waters for permits, leases, licenses or other out grants for activities such as private boat docks, commercial marinas, group camps, state parks or wildlife management areas.
• Coordinate and manage operation and maintenance of recreation facilities, including campgrounds, picnic areas, boat launching ramps, marinas, historical sites, overlooks, and visitor/information centers.
• Develop, implement and administer working agreements with cooperating associations, Challenge Partnership associates, and individual donors.
• Plan and assign work to subordinates outlining scope of work, deadlines to be met, and proper approach to complex features.
• Establish and enforce a safety program for the lake.
  
  

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• Operates a motor vehicle and a motorboat in performing these duties.
  
  

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments
  
  

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement For Natural Resources Program Manager

Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

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Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

To Qualify At The GS-12 Level

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Specialized Experience:One year of specialized experience which includes experience leading others in natural resources projects, evaluating a variety of natural resources programs, preparing budgets, conducting public meetings concerning natural resources programs, issuing permits and real estate out grants for a variety of land use and recreational activities, and developing status reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

• Ability to lead or supervise
• Environmental Law and Regulatory Compliance
• Natural Resource Management
• Program Outreach
• Program/Project Management
• Public Safety and Security
  
  

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

• Position may be filled as a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade NTE (not to exceed) One (1) year by a current permanent Army employee. Time-limited promotions may be extended up to a maximum of five years. Time-limited reassignments and changes to lower grade may exceed five years; however, return rights may be impacted. Position may be made permanent without further competition.
• If applicable, returns rights may be negotiated upon selection. If return rights are approved, a return rights agreement/statement of understanding will be required to be completed prior to appointment.
• If you are an external status candidate (e.g. an applicant other than a current, permanent Army employee) that is eligible and would like to be considered for a term or temporary (pick one based on your external MP announcement) appointment NTE (not to exceed) One (1) year will need to apply to Announcement # CERE2416308162915 at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/UPDATE.
• This position is obligated to another employee. When a position is obligated to an employee it means that he/she has an entitlement to return to that position. During the obligation period, the position will be filled by temporary promotion, temporary reassignment, or temporary change to lower grade. If you are selected, you will be required to sign an agreement acknowledging that you are aware of the obligation and understand that you may be returned to your permanent position or displaced under reduction in force procedures at any time.
• TDY MAY be authorized if located outside commuting area.
• Telework Eligibility: This position may be eligible for Non-Recurring, AdHoc/Situational Telework Only
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(n) Natural Resources Management Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  
  

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