Willamette National Forest- Special Use Permitting Program Individual Placement

Northwest Youth Corps • Springfield, OR

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The United States Forest Service (USFS) Willamette National Forest is recruiting one individual placement to provide support to its special use permitting program at the Forest's Supervisor's Office in Springfield, OR. The individual placement will work with the special uses program manager and with Forest and District special use administrators to complete mission-critical work pertaining to management of land use authorizations. Through direct training and experience, both in the office and field, the selected candidate will gain exposure to this facet of Federal land management.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office and Adobe software.
• Valid State driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle. Government vehicles are available for work-related travel, but the selected candidate is responsible for travel to and from the Forest Supervisor's office.
• Ages 18-30 (up to 35 for veterans)
• U.S. Citizen or lawful, permanent resident
• Must pass a background/driver check
• High school diploma/ GED

Nice To Haves

• Skill in using desktop geographic information system software (such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online).
• Skill in using mobile data collection devices (such as a Samsung tablet) and software (such as Survey123 and Field Maps).

Responsibilities

• Learning the processes, procedures, and documentation needed for operation of the program (15%)
• Hard copy and electronic file review and record keeping (40%)
• Processing proposals and preparation of approval documents (10%)
• Assistance with the environmental review process (NEPA) (5%)
• Inspection and monitoring of permit areas and activities (20%)
• Working with permittees and proponents (10%)

Benefits

• Interns will earn a living allowance of $39,480 dispersed on a monthly basis throughout the 47-week internship.
• The living allowance is taxable.
• Gear and housing fund is available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED