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Serve as Natural Resource Program Manager for a large multipurpose water resource development project, which has extensive recreational facilities, substantial and recurring natural resources management activities, and heavy annual recreation attendance. This position is located in Donelson, Tennessee.
Major Duties
- Implement natural resource management and protection programs such as shoreline management, outgrant management, enforcement and resource protection in compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
- Interpret and implement natural resource management policies and directives, developing guidance as necessary.
- Conduct public meetings to periodically update the public regarding status of programs and to solicit public input concerning other aspects of the overall natural resources program.
- Coordinate and manage operation and maintenance of recreation facilities, including campgrounds, picnic areas, boat launching ramps, marinas, historical sites, overlooks, and visitor/information centers.
- Establish and enforce a safety program for the lake.
- Prepare budget for contract costs, personnel, equipment, materials and supplies required to carry out a safe, efficient and effective operations and maintenance program.
- Provide for the security and protection of all government property and real estate.
- Report to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and to the Emergency Management Personnel in the District office so appropriate relief can be coordinated among various agencies to quickly restore the affected area to normal.
Qualifications
Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Civilian Employees of the OrganizationCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Permanent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Education Requirement for Natural Resources Program Manager: Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR A combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes evaluating natural resources, managing natural resource programs, preparing budgets, briefing groups concerning natural resource programs, issuing permits for recreational activities, and developing status reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service GS-11. Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
LeadershipNatural Resource ManagementProgram OutreachPublic PlanningTechnical Competence Time in Grade Requirement: 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-11).
Pay Range
$76,721.00 - $99,741.00