This position is located within a National Forest. The primary purpose of this position is responsible for assisting in the development and scheduling of annual work plans and the execution of field operations relating to the unit's Wilderness, Trails, and related Recreation programs.

Duties

Participates in the preparation and execution of trails management plans based on approved direction in land management plans. Prepares annual trail operating plans. Implements trail, and/or wilderness bridge construction and reconstruction projects. Develops and monitors the logistics required for completion of wilderness projects and non-wilderness projects associated with trail maintenance and reconstruction. This includes condition surveys, developing project plans and cost estimates, and making recommendations for improvements. Participates in the identification and planning for future trail construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and restoration projects. Performs trail log, condition, and prescription surveys. Recommends the location of a variety of facilities, and records diverse information about the characteristics of the area. Trains crews in wilderness and trails construction and revegetation techniques. Performs independently or as a leader of a small project crew in trail maintenance and construction. Monitors and inspects contracted work to assure it meets the provisions of the contract. Participates in performing final inspection and developing the final inspection reports. Keeps records of visitor use levels, types, and patterns. Makes sure that portals are properly signed and bulletin boards are maintained. Maintains records of visitor use levels, and types and patterns of use. Provides technical assistance in sampling and inventories designed to measure visitor use and impacts, and insures accurate statistics for reporting visitor use information. Updates database by collecting and entering data. Provides input to the budget planning by assisting with the overall estimation of materials, personnel, and supplies needed for work accomplishment for enveloped and dispersed recreation sites. Prepares budget requests and adjusts program priorities to reflect the actual funding levels appropriated. Participates in the administration and implementation of recreation area with responsibility for carrying out operations plans for the use, improvement, and maintenance for developed and dispersed recreation sites. Manages part of the warehouse and storage space allocated to the unit. Requisitions, receives, marks, and stores supplies and equipment. Responsible for the care, operation, and maintenance of power boats, vehicles, power and hand tools, shop equipment, and supplies. Supports and develops volunteer and other human resource programs. Solicits interviews, selects, trains and motivates volunteers. Prepares volunteer agreements, travel requests, and other necessary documentation. Ensures that documents are signed and records are maintained. Instructs chainsaw course for unit employees. Teaches and evaluates falling and bucking techniques, chainsaw safety, saw maintenance, and mechanics. Instructor teaches both classroom and field session showing proper techniques for chainsaw use. Rates students for ability, keeps records of trainees, and advises their supervisors on abilities. Responsible for re-certifying students every three years. Promotes District and Forest Safety Programs. Conducts safety training and tailgate sessions. Analyzes hazard potential of projects and completes safety reports. Writes safety and health hazard analyses reports. Recommends actions that can strengthen the safety program. Provides public information and interpretive services. Provides liaison with community organizations and interest groups to stimulate interest in and utilization of forest recreation facilities.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-Verify.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. GS-06: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5). GS-06: There is no substitution of education for this position. Examples of specialized experience include: Assisted in planning and implementing the logistics of wilderness projects associated with trail maintenance and reconstruction projects; patrolled wilderness to ensure that areas are operated, used, and maintained in accordance with wilderness management plans; maintained visitors use records and prepared visitors use information for data processing; conducted education programs addressing Leave No Trace camping, wilderness philosophy and minimal stock impacts. 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. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]