Natural Resources Project Manager

Summary This is a Direct Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA Certain DoD Personnel P.L. 118-31, Sec 1250 B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Park Manager of a lake project responsible for providing customer services in all aspects of the operation, management, maintenance, and administration of the Corps-operated areas of a multi-use flood control facility. Duties Supervise employees engaged in carrying out various aspects of the Corps missions at the projects, staffing level includes both GS Park Rangers, Administrative support personnel and Wage Schedule maintenance personnel and temporary employees. Develop detailed project Operational Management Plans which outline policies for areas of fish and wildlife management, facilities management, land management, interpretive services, visitor assistance and safety. Prepare annual budget requests for long and short term scheduling of goods, services, maintenance, new construction or plant replacement. Manage the lake project to ensure efficient and effective operation of flood control facilities. Perform recreation program management involving specific recreational facilities and programs directly associated with the facilities as well as a wide variety of repetitive and one-of-a-kind recreation and/or interpretive programs. Manage recreation facilities including regular inspections, determining use capacities, regulating in regard to safety and resource protection, making decisions to minimize vandalism, enhance facilities for public utilization and enjoyment. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R, Condition of Employment for certain civilian positions identified as critical under the Drug Abuse Testing Program. Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license to perform duties. One-year supervisory probationary period may be required. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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 Project Manager position: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the specialized experience listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience in a senior or lead position that provides work experience at a multiple-use lake office; coordinating flood risk management, recreational and natural resource management activities at a multiple-use lake project; administering contracts; providing leadership, guidance and oversight to subordinates and park staff to ensure mission accomplishment and compliance with directives, regulations and policies; maintenance program management with facilities and equipment; providing informational classes to the public; and preparing budget proposals. 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 alone for the required specialized experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the OPM minimum education qualification requirement and specialized experience--no substitution of education for specialized experience is permitted. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. One-year supervisory probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. 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 an Engineers and Scientist Career Field 18 position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Pay will be set based on duty location and grade level. Please visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2025/general-schedule/ for the current GS Locality Pay Tables. 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. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be authorized (up to 25%). 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. 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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