Native American Coordinator

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.

For the GS-9 level: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-7 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: managing sensitive and controversial issues; researching and compiling information on laws, regulations, treaties or other similar records for managers to use in decision making and analysis; experience communicating with interested parties both internally and externally; and communicate orally and in writing to disseminate pertinent information to internal and external organizations using a variety of methods; OR have completed two (2) full years of graduate education leading to a Master's degree or equivalent in a field directly related to the position being filled; OR have an equivalent combination of the type and level of experience and education described above. Only graduate level education in a field directly related to the position being filled in excess of the first year may be combined with experience.

For the GS-11 level: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-9 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: analyzing and interpreting policies; developing programs and procedures to enhance relationships; knowledge of Native American cultures and provide guidance to others in your area of expertise; manage sensitive and controversial issues; planning and conducting internal and external meetings, consultations, and negotiations; and developing technical reports such as Environmental Impact Statements or Environmental Assessments; OR have completed three (3) full years of graduate education leading to a PhD. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field directly related to the position being filled; OR have an equivalent combination of the education and specialized experience described above. Only graduate level education in a field directly related to the position being filled in excess of the first two years may be combined with experience.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Physical Demands: The work requires travel, often to remote sites. The work will often require long hours of meetings and distance driving. The work will also require careful documentation of communication. Physical capabilities are required to visit and conduct consultation efforts in the field, as well as participate in fire activities as mutually determined by the supervisor and incumbent. The incumbent will occasionally lift boxes less than 50lbs and may need to bend, stoop, or stand for long periods of time when performing hob related duties.

Work Environment: Work is in an office setting and in the field. In field conditions, the incumbent may encounter extremes of weather and uneven terrain. Travel will be to communities within the region including Native American communities and reservations as well as to specific sites and projects in the field. Off-highway travel on dirt roads to specific sites or projects will be required.