Natural Resources Manager, GS-0401-12 (29186)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Sawyer (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a Natural Resources Manager for the Sawyer, OK area. This permanent role leads complex programs spanning natural resources, recreation, public lands, and facilities, with oversight of budgets, contracts, and personnel.

You will coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, lead public engagement, and balance environmental stewardship with recreation and safety. Strong leadership and strategic planning are essential.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 in natural resources management.
• Experience developing land management plans or operational management plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee natural resources, recreation, and public lands programs for a large geographic area.
• Direct and evaluate programs including fish and wildlife, soil conservation, environmental protection.
• Supervise permanent and seasonal staff; manage performance and development.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies and stakeholders.
• Lead public involvement, interpretive, and educational activities; promote safe, sustainable use.

Skills

Natural resources management

Leadership

Public lands management

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

USACE Organization

Southwestern Division (SWD) - Tulsa District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

Sawyer, OK

Position Overview / Duties

• Serves as the Natural Resources Manager for a large geographical area encompassing a major reservoir project, providing leadership and oversight for complex natural resources, recreation, public lands, and facilities management programs involving multiple stakeholders, competing resource demands, and limited resources.
• Plans, develops, directs, and evaluates comprehensive natural resource management programs involving fish and wildlife, forestry and vegetation, soil conservation, cultural resources, environmental protection, fire protection, encroachment management, flood damage reduction/flood risk management, and protection and conservation of public lands and waters.
• Directs the operation, maintenance, inspection, and development of recreation facilities and project resources, including campgrounds, picnic areas, boat ramps, marinas, visitor centers, historical sites, overlooks, roads, flood control structures, and associated facilities; identifies needs and establishes priorities for maintenance, rehabilitation, and new development.
• Administers technical, financial, and operational programs, including annual management plans, budgets, cost estimates, contracts, maintenance and construction projects, special recreation funding, property accountability, internal controls, environmental compliance, and regulatory authorizations; ensures activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Provides first-line and second-line supervisory leadership for permanent, seasonal, and temporary employees; assigns and evaluates work, establishes performance expectations, selects and develops employees, resolves personnel issues, identifies training needs, and promotes workforce development and equal employment opportunity.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Federal, state, and local agencies; elected and appointed officials; congressional staff; adjacent landowners; recreational users; community organizations; and other stakeholders to coordinate resource management programs, resolve complex or controversial issues, and build support for project objectives.
• Leads public involvement, visitor services, interpretive, and educational programs; communicates resource management policies, regulations, and objectives through public meetings, correspondence, presentations, and outreach activities; and promotes safe, responsible, and sustainable use of public lands, waters, and recreational facilities.
• Provides leadership and professional expertise in identifying emerging resource management issues, evaluating alternatives, resolving problems with limited or conflicting information, and developing innovative strategies that balance environmental stewardship, public safety, recreation, operational requirements, and long‑term public benefits.

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: Biology & Physical Science

A. Degree: Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Requirements

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

Specialized Experience

Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service performing the following duties: 1) performing Natural resources management to include range land/forestry/shoreline management or soil conservation/wildlife/fish resources management; AND 2) Assisting with the development or implementation of land management plans or operational management plans.

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 probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus be authorized (subject to available budget).
• 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 has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible.
• A supervisory probationary period may be required.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• Serves as an incidental motor vehicle operator. Operates an automobile, van, and light truck.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework only.

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.