Wetland Conservationist

Department Of Agriculture • Washington, DC

359d • $72,553 - $123,043

About The Position

The position will serve as State Compliance Coordinator assigned to the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in a State/Area or Field office, and is part of the State Compliance Team. The primary purpose of the position is to serve as team leader of the State Compliance Team (CT) and ensure that Highly Erodible Land (HEL) and Wetland Compliance (WC) technical determinations and activities are conducted in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience analyzing workloads, developing and implementing annual work or business plans.
• Experience directing technical guidance and assistance on topics such as HEL and WC technical determinations.
• Experience preparing complex conservation or resource management plans.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the team leader of the State Compliance Team (CT) and ensures that Highly Erodible Land (HEL) and Wetland Compliance (WC) technical determinations, activities, and reviews are conducted in compliance with applicable laws.
• Develops, recommends, and coordinates new or updated HEL and WC policies and procedures to the supervisor and the State Leadership Team.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to NRCS field, area, and state professional and administrative personnel in interpreting imagery, establishing history, and making technical determinations.
• Work with appropriate NRCS officials to recommend actions(s) to correct deficiencies and make sure suggested improvements in agency policies, practices, and procedures based on lessons learned.
• Supervises subordinate staff. Sets and adjusts short term priorities and prepares schedules for work completion.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses may be authorized as allowable by Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and USDA policy.
• Eligible for telework within the local commuting area of the position and other flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees