This position is with the Tongass National Forest and will be at one of the locations listed in this announcement. Final determination of duty location will be made by the selecting official at time of job offer. Oversees priority projects and strategic planning efforts that impact the Forest as well as tribes, partners, communities, other government/non-government organizations and stakeholders. For additional information contact Barb Miranda at [email protected].

Duties

This Sustainability Strategy Project Manager will coordinate and direct resources on the Tongass National Forest to implement an integrated forest management program. This work will align and support the implementation of the integrated forest management efforts identified by the Southeast Alaska Sustainability Strategy (SASS). Relationships are woven into all the work conducted on the Tongass National Forest. An essential component of this position is engaging directly with federally recognized Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations. The ability to maintain and enhance collaborative relationships with special interest groups, private industry, and other stakeholders is key to the success of SASS Forest Management projects. Integrates interdisciplinary efforts and environmental compliance on the Forest. Coordinates strategically with Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, partners, stakeholder groups , and neighboring landowners to maximize partnerships, workforce capacity, funding sources, and project efficiencies.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• 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. Specialized Experience Requirement: For the GS-12: You must have one year specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as two or more of the following: provided technical guidance in the planning and executing of proposed projects; and/or developed and implemented strategies to complete the program of work most efficiently and effectively for assigned projects; and/or analyzed and measured the efficiency and productivity of programs or projects. 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.

Education

See Qualification Section for any educational requirements.

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]