Supervisory Natural Resource Management Specialist.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Conchas (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site government housing

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Supervisory Natural Resources Specialist to plan, direct, and administer the Operation, Maintenance, Park Management and Resource Management program at a multi-purpose project in New Mexico.

You will supervise mitigation and land management plans, enforce regulations, represent the Corps with federal and state partners, and oversee budgets and project facilities toward safe, efficient public use.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• One year of specialized experience overseeing O&M of a dam/lake project including Park/Natural Resource/Public Lands management.
• Foreign education evaluated as equivalent to U.S. education may be required if used to meet qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and administer the Operation, Maintenance, Park Management and Resource Management program at a multi-purpose project.
• Supervise mitigation plans and land management plans, and oversee related controls and procedures.
• Enforce Title 36 CFR, Part 327 and regulations governing public use of water resources.
• Develop, maintain, close and consolidate Corps recreation areas and facilities.
• Represent the Corps in contacts with federal/state agencies, local officials, and tourism councils.
• Prepare, justify and support budgets, obligations and expenditure schedules and spreadsheets.
• Coordinate operation and maintenance of project facilities including flood control structures and appurtenances.
• Perform supervisory management duties.

Skills

Dam/O&M oversight

Budget planning

Liaison with agencies

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or natural resources

Job description

• Plan, direct, and administer the overall Operation, Maintenance, Park Management and Resource Management program at a multi-purpose project.
• Supervise implementation and coordination of approved mitigation plans and other authorized land management plans, operational controls, and procedures governing conservation and use of project resources
• Enforce Title 36 CFR, Part 327, (Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Water Resources Development Projects Administered by the Chief of Engineers).
• Develop, maintain, close and consolidate Corps recreation areas and facilities.
• Serve as the official representative and spokesman for the Corps of Engineers in contacts with regional directors of federal and state agencies, mayors, county commissioners, federal and county judges, local tourism councils etc.
• Responsible for the preparation, justification and support of budgets, obligations and expenditure schedules and spreadsheets.
• Plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct the operation, maintenance, modification and control of project facilities including flood control structures, outlet works and appurtenances.

Duties

• Plan, direct, and administer the overall Operation, Maintenance, Park Management and Resource Management program at a multi-purpose project.
• Supervise implementation and coordination of approved mitigation plans and other authorized land management plans, operational controls, and procedures governing conservation and use of project resources
• Enforce Title 36 CFR, Part 327, (Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Water Resources Development Projects Administered by the Chief of Engineers).
• Develop, maintain, close and consolidate Corps recreation areas and facilities.
• Serve as the official representative and spokesman for the Corps of Engineers in contacts with regional directors of federal and state agencies, mayors, county commissioners, federal and county judges, local tourism councils etc.
• Responsible for the preparation, justification and support of budgets, obligations and expenditure schedules and spreadsheets.
• Plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct the operation, maintenance, modification and control of project facilities including flood control structures, outlet works and appurtenances.
• Perform supervisory management duties.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11.
• A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed.
• Incumbent must possess a valid motor vehicle license. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a USACE motorboat license (less than 26') within 12 months.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.
• The incumbent must wear the prescribed uniform.
• The incumbent may be assigned to work a typical schedule and/or weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education AND 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 Supervisory Natural Resources Specialist:

• 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.

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 overseeing the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of a dam/lake project to include administration of a Park Management, Natural Resource Management, or Public Lands Management program. 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 specialized experience qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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:

Additional information

• On-site government housing may be available.
• 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 Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.

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.