Supervisory Natural Resources Specialist

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Royal, AR

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Works under the general supervision of the Manager with wide latitude for independent action to accomplish the mission at the Lake Office. Makes recommendations to supervisor for final decisions only on matters of major importance. Selects techniques, methods, and processes for studying individual problems independently and successfully deals with conflict situations. Supervisor reviews work through evaluation of reports and recommendations submitted and by discussion. Supervises the lake staff in the preparation of various planning documents for the lake. Supervises subordinate staff in the capacity of a first line supervisor. Plans, prepares, schedules, and sets priorities for work to be accomplished. Oversees the conservation, preservation, restoration and use of all lake natural resources.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent shall wear appropriate uniform.
• Serves as an incidental motor vehicle operator.
• Operates and automobile, light truck, ATB or motorboat to accomplish assigned duties.
• Employee must be able to operate the motor vehicles without danger to self or to others.
• Must be able to maintain required Corps of Engineers certification for operation of the motorboat.
• Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
• Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• One year of specialized experience which includes experience developing plans for the conservation, preservation and/or use of a project's natural resources; experience overseeing the operation, maintenance and/or development of a recreation facility.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).
• 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.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a CP-18Career Program position aligned under the Engineers & Scientists Career Management Directorate.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the lake staff in the preparation of various planning documents for the lake.
• Supervises subordinate staff in the capacity of a first line supervisor.
• Plans, prepares, schedules, and sets priorities for work to be accomplished.
• Oversees the conservation, preservation, restoration and use of all lake natural resources.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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