Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Natural Resources Specialist. You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Folsom, California

Duties

At the GS-11 full performance level, the duties of this position include: Assembles, coordinates, and oversees interdisciplinary teams in the preparation and processing of assigned environmental documents. Arranges, defines, and coordinates work between cooperating Federal agencies. Conducts workshops, hearings, and meetings and interacts with public interest groups, water districts, individuals, and representatives of Federal, State, and local governments regarding all aspects of preparing and processing environmental documents. Reviews and provides comments on environmental impact statements and other environmental documents prepared by the Region and other agencies for compliance with policy directives and compliance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and other environmental statutes, regulations, procedures, etc. Reviews planning and other internal and external reports and data dealing with environmental problems and their solutions to ensure environmental policy is articulated properly. Studies and monitors new developing issues in the environmental field that may have potential impact on Reclamation programs in the Region. Performing other related duties as assigned within this classification. Position may be filled at the GS-07, GS-09, or GS-11 level. At the full performance GS-11 level, the incumbent serves as a journey level specialist. At the GS-07 and GS-09 levels, the duties of this position are developmental in nature, leading to the full performance level of GS-11. The incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next level of the position upon meeting all regulatory requirements; certification by the supervisor of successful performance; completion of all training requirements; and the availability of work at the next higher grade level. Promotion is not automatic.

Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Education Requirement: To be eligible for consideration, you must first meet the Basic Education Requirement for this position: 1) Bachelor's degree: Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resources management, chemistry, or other related disciplines appropriate to the position. -OR- 2) Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Specialized Experience: To be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the education/specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume. To qualify for the GS-07: you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-05 grade level in the federal service, having demonstrated experience in supporting or assisting with natural resources or biological science activities such as: Serving as a team member performing examinations for land use, pest management, and/or other natural resource issues; collecting data samples and assisting in the identification and assessment of problems; compiling and summarizing data from surveys or biological evaluations; checking data elements for inconsistencies and/or providing preliminary reports to senior professionals. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the federal service (GS-05). You could otherwise qualify based on education having one year of graduate-level education in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, OR superior academic achievement. Superior Academic Achievement is based on -- 1) class standing, 2) grade-point average, or 3) honor society membership. Specific requirements are: 1) Class Standing: Upper third of graduating class based on completed courses; 2a) Grade Point Average: 3.0 or higher as recorded on official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education; 2b) based on courses completed during the final full 2 years of curriculum; -OR- 2c) 3.5 or higher based on average of courses completed in the specific major field of study; or 3) Honor Society Membership: Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society listed in the Association of College Honor Societies, Booklet of Information, and/or Baird's Manual of American College Fraternities (membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision). To qualify for the GS-09: you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-07 level in federal service having demonstrated knowledge, skill, and ability in completing small-scope assignments, or portions of larger ones involving planning, developing, evaluating, and implementing objectives for natural resource management activities. This includes analyzing data elements, developing preliminary conclusions and/or preparing technical summary reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the federal service (GS-07). You could otherwise qualify on the basis of Education having two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree OR master's or equivalent graduate degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. To qualify for the GS-11: you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-09 level in federal service having demonstrated knowledge, skill, and ability in applying professional concepts, principles, and practices of environmental or natural resources sciences as they relate to a water-based resources operation, such as a lake or river; experience analyzing environmental conditions and preparing environmental documentation such as environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, etc.; experience substantiating environmental practices or conditions against statutes, such as NEPA, ESA, etc.; experience in dealing with related disciplines, such as fish and wildlife management, soils management, or cultural resources management; participating in project management or project coordination activities in relation to to an environmental program, dam operations, or water resources management. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the federal service (GS-09). You could otherwise qualify on the basis of Education having three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. 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 Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and any selective placement factors if applicable, by 06/24/2024.

Education

This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. Non-submission will result in being rated as unqualified for the position.

You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.

Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, please refer to the Office of Personnel Management and U.S. Department of Education websites.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information.

Contacts

• Address CCAO Bureau of Reclamation 7794 Folsom Dam Road Folsom, CA 95630 US
• Name: BOR CA Great Basin Human Resources Office
• Phone: 916-978-5476
• Email: [email protected]