Natural Resource Specialist (Ranger)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Addicks, TX

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation for a Natural Resource Specialist in the Southwestern Division, Galveston District, Operations Division, with a duty station in Addicks, Texas. The position is developmental, starting at GS-5 or GS-7 and progressing to a full-performance level of GS-9; management may select at any grade level. The role supports the management and protection of recreational areas and natural resources, visitor assistance, and public safety.

Requirements

• Meet the basic occupational requirement for the General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series (0401): a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a related discipline appropriate to the position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For GS-7 qualification by experience, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5, including day-to-day operation of general recreation areas, frequent land patrols and inspections, and answering public questions about cultural history and fish and wildlife habitats; alternatively, qualify through the stated graduate education or Superior Academic Achievement provisions.
• For GS-9 qualification by experience, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-7, including preparing documents for leasing and managing project lands; developing or implementing planning or operations-management documents in relevant resource, recreation, facility, interpretation, visitor assistance, or public safety areas; and inspecting recreation facilities for regulatory compliance. Alternatively, qualify through the stated master's degree or two years of progressively higher-level graduate education.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Obtain and maintain required Corps of Engineers certification to operate a motorboat.
• Be able to operate a motor vehicle, light truck, ATV, or motorboat safely.
• Pass a suitability or fitness determination and background investigation; the position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Complete a one-year probationary period unless previously meeting the applicable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Issue citations for violations of policies and regulations.
• Inspect playgrounds, sanitary facilities, trails, boat ramps, picnic areas, and other facilities to ensure compliance with established regulations.
• Administer the agricultural out-lease program to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, vegetative, and water resources.
• Provide visitors with information about events, services, rules, and safety regulations.
• Perform search and rescue activities involving missing or lost persons and boating, fishing, and hunting accidents.
• Ensure safety precautions are followed during search and rescue activities.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to the employee and family; specific benefits depend on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station costs may be authorized, subject to the Joint Travel Regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level