Timber Sale Contracts Lead — Forest Management

U.S. Forest Service; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Forest Service in Jackson, MS seeks a Timber Sale Contracting Officer at the GS-12 level to lead timber sale and integrated resource timber contracts. The role involves advising on contract preparation, appraisal, and practice, developing provisions to fit forest management goals, and supervising elements of the contract process.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, background checks, E-Verify, and a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct deposit required for federal payments.
• Must pass E-Verify employment verification.
• 1-year probationary period required; performance evaluated for continuation of employment.
• May review Accomplishment Records for qualification assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and counsel on timber sale and integrated resource timber contract preparation, appraisal and contracting practices.
• Develop contract provisions to meet Forest needs and management direction.
• Review disputes, appeals, and litigation related to timber contracts to stay current on trends and decisions.
• Supervise less than 20% of the time.

Skills

Timber sale contracts

Contract negotiation

Federal procurement knowledge

Tools

E-Verify

Job description

U.S. Forest Service in Jackson, MS seeks a Timber Sale Contracting Officer at the GS-12 level to lead timber sale and integrated resource timber contracts. The role involves advising on contract preparation, appraisal, and practice, developing provisions to fit forest management goals, and supervising elements of the contract process.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, background checks, E-Verify, and a one-year probationary period.