Natural Resource Specialist.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in Seattle seeks a Natural Resource Specialist to develop and implement plans managing soil, water, air, and wildlife resources on project lands and waters.

You will assist with recreation area operations, inspect facilities, and help maintain contracts while educating visitors about conservation and safety across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Education with experience or combination of education and experience may qualify for the position.

Responsibilities

• Develops, updates, and implements natural resource management plans to manage soil, air, water, and wildlife resources.
• Assists with plans for recreation area management, operation, and maintenance including park inspections.
• Patrols project land and water areas to enforce Title 36 CFR; educates the public on project purposes and conservation; issues warnings or citations as required.
• Assists in developing annual work plans, preparing detailed service contracts, and performing contract quality assurance inspections.
• Develops and presents interpretive and water safety programs to school groups, civic organizations, and project visitors.

Skills

Enforcing rules & regulations

Public interpretation & education

Natural resource management experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field

Job description

Duties

• Develops, updates, and implements natural resource management and protection plans (such as the Operational Management Plan (OMP), Master Plans, and fish/wildlife/vegetation plans) to manage soil, air, water, and wildlife resources.
• Assists with developing and executing plans for recreation area management, operation and maintenance, including facility inspections and park maintenance activities.
• Patrols project land and water areas to enforce Title 36 CFR regulations; educates the public on project purposes, policies, and conservation, and issues verbal/written warnings or citations as required.
• Assists in developing annual work plans, preparing detailed service contracts (refuse, janitorial, maintenance), and performing contract quality assurance inspections.
• Develops and presents interpretive and water safety programs to school groups, civic organizations, and project visitors.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Obtain and maintain a valid State Driver's license.
• Within 6 months of assignment, must take the Defensive Driving Course.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain as per ER 385-1-9, operators of USACE boats/vessels, less than 26 feet in length, will successfully complete a 24-hour training and be licensed.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain visitor assistance certification within 1 year of appointment.
• A pre-employment medical examination is required.
• Maybe required to work weekends and/or holidays.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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

Basic Requirement For Natural Resource Specialist, GS-0401

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

OR

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

For The GS-07

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 enforcing park rules and regulations; assisting with recreation area management; and performing one or more of the following: natural resource management, presenting interpretive programs, or conducting park/facility maintenance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).

OR

Education

One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

OR

• Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For The GS-09

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing recreation area management; executing natural resource management plans; conducting visitor assistance and enforcing park rules/regulations (such as Title 36 CFR); and designing and presenting public interpretation/education services. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

OR

Education

Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

OR

• Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

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://www.achsnatl.org/

Additional information

• 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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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
• This is a(n) Human Capital & Resource Management Career Field position.
• 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.
• May require working outdoors in all type of weather conditions.
• Will be required to use Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) when required by the situation such as gloves, hard-had, lifejacket, etc.
• This position is eligible for Situational Telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework".
• The following incentives MAY BE authorized: Advanced In-hire, Recruitment Incentive, Relocation Incentive, Student Loan Repayment and/or Advanced Leave Accrual.
• Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
• Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.