Natural Resources Specialist (Ranger)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Buford, GA

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About The Position

This is a developmental Natural Resources Management Specialist position on a multidisciplinary team at a Corps Water Resources Development Project. The position uses a Direct Hire Authority solicitation to recruit qualified candidates for appointment to the competitive service. Developmental duties are performed with additional supervision and oversight until the employee reaches the full performance level. The position may be filled at GS-05, GS-07, or GS-09, subject to the applicable qualification requirements.

Requirements

• For GS-05: A bachelor's degree or higher in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a related appropriate discipline; alternatively, equivalent coursework plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• For GS-07: One year of specialized experience assisting with natural and cultural resource conservation and preservation, recreation management, facility improvements, and Title 36 CFR enforcement through public education and project-land patrols; or one full year of qualifying graduate-level education; or Superior Academic Achievement in a qualifying curriculum; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• For GS-09: One year of specialized experience independently planning and executing natural and cultural resource conservation projects, managing day-to-day recreation operations and fee systems, identifying and executing facility improvements, and enforcing Title 36 CFR through land and water patrols, investigating violations, and issuing warnings or citations; or a qualifying master's/equivalent graduate degree or two years of progressively higher-level graduate education; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and may be subject to periodic medical examinations to determine fitness for continued duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must maintain required Corps of Engineers certification to operate motorboats.
• Must wear the required uniform and/or badge while on duty.
• May be required to work any day or shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duty, as mission requirements dictate.
• Occasional travel of up to 10% may be required.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate short-range planning and execution of project activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing land-use plans for a diverse water resources project.
• Maintain the project Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Implement resource management actions that promote biodiversity and native species.
• Monitor and/or administer real estate out grants to ensure compliance with instrument terms and conditions and public safety.
• Enforce Title 36 CFR by educating visitors about project purposes, conditions, policies, and regulations.
• Conduct search-and-rescue activities, including responding to missing or lost persons and boating, fishing, and hunting accidents; render first aid to injured people.
• Assist with park maintenance activities.
• Provide public relations services to the general public and special groups.
• Assist with the project's environmental compliance program.
• Participate in developing and updating planning and operational documents.
• Operate an automobile, light truck, ATV, or motorboat to accomplish assigned duties.
• Maintain required Corps of Engineers motorboat operation certification.
• Wear a full, clean, and well-maintained uniform and/or badge while on duty, in accordance with policy.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families.
• Student loan repayment may be offered if it is in the government's best interest.
• Advanced in-hire may be offered to employees new to federal service.
• Advanced leave accrual may be offered to employees new to federal service.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable rules and agency determination.
• Relocation or recruitment incentives may be offered if in the government's best interest.

What This Job Offers

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