Natural Resource Specialist, GS-0401-5/7/9 (57051)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Bassett (VA); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

USACE’s South Atlantic Division invites qualified candidates for a Natural Resources Management Specialist position in Bassett, VA. GS-0401-5/7/9 series.

This permanent role supports multidisciplinary water resources projects, focusing on recreation, environmental stewardship, and resource management to promote biodiversity and protect wildlife, in coordination with state and federal agencies. The position requires US citizenship, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and one year of specialized

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
• One year of specialized experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required for all positions.

Aufgaben

• Serves as a Natural Resources Management Specialist as part of a multidisciplinary team for a Corps Water Resources Development Project.
• Performs a wide variety of difficult assignments involving all aspects of project operations including Recreation, Contract Administration, Environmental Stewardship, and Environmental Compliance.
• Participates in the conservation, preservation, restoration and use of natural and cultural resources; implements resource management actions that promote biodiversity and native species.
• Works with fish and wildlife specialists in the District and in coordination with state and federal natural resource agencies; participates in activities that protect threatened and endangered species.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines

Jobbeschreibung

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

Bassett, VA

Position Overview/Duties

Position Title: Natural Resource Specialist, GS-0401-5/7/9 (57051)

Series/Grade: GS-0401-5/7/9

Open Period: 14 October - 28 October 2026

Duty Location(s): Bassett, VA

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serves as a Natural Resources Management Specialist as part of a multidisciplinary team for a Corps Water Resources Development Project.

• Performs a wide variety of difficult assignments involving all aspects of project operations Including Recreation, Contract Administration, Environmental Stewardship, and Environmental Compliance.

• Participates in the conservation, preservation, restoration and use of natural projects and cultural resources. Implements resource management actions that promote biodiversity and native species.

• Works with fish and wildlife specialists in the District and in coordination with the state and federal natural resource agencies. Participates in activities that protect threatened and endangered species.

Other Conditions And Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY

US Citizens

Minimum Education Requirement

General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series 0401: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

Minimum Experience Requirement

One year of specialized experience

Other Requirements, Conditions Of Employment And Information

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ( https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation ).
• 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/ .
• This position may require TDY 10% of the time to include occasional overnight travel required for training, conferences and rotational assignments.
• This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License.
• Required to wear prescribed uniform as identified in ER 1130-2-550.
• Possession or ability to acquire Corps of Engineers boat operator's license within 2 years.
• Must complete Park Ranger training requirements (including Visitor Assistance Training, CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, Unarmed Self Defense) within one year.
• Must possess or be able to acquire Title 36 Citation Authority within one year.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays depending on the needs of the project.
• May be required to work in adverse weather conditions (e.g. heat, cold, rain, wind, etc.).
• During emergencies, the incumbent may be called on short notice.
• The incumbent is required to supervise or perform prescribed burns, and/or operate a motor vehicle with one or more passengers on at least a weekly basis, and/or operate flood gates to control water levels on waterway.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position under the U. S. Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Civilian Drug Testing Program depending upon duty location. Depending on duty location incumbent is subject to random drug testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218 and is required to sign a DA Form 5019, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Critical Under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.