This position is located at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, in the Division of Resource Management. This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service.

Duties

Develops an effective environmental program based on the literature reviews while interfacing with NPS mission and priorities. Prepares briefing documents, reports, etc., and presents them to higher authorities in either verbal or written form. The incumbent is responsible for managing compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other federal environmental legislation. The incumbent manages the production of NEPA documents and functions as the overall compliance coordinator managing all aspects of the compliance process for the park. Analyzes data and prepares reports on responsiveness of environmental plans and projects to be implemented within the program. Reviews and analyses techniques used to study the parks environmental status and the effectiveness of planned and ongoing environmental protection solutions. Acts as project manager or team leader for preparation of environmental documents for projects that can potentially affect park resources and values. As necessary, develops innovative or improved methods or techniques to address conflicts between scientific resource information and policy requirements. Coordinates with Department of the Interior, Office of Environmental Policy and Compliance (OPEC); Environmental Protection Agency; appropriate State agency and other federal resource and regulatory agencies and non-government entities regarding environmental issues, especially compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-07/17/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level, you must possess all of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully perform the duties of this position. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include but are not limited to: Applying concepts and methods of environmental protection work; Interpreted plans and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) laws, regulations, policies and guidance for land and resource management programs; Provided advice to other NEPA practitioners and leadership regarding the application of NEPA laws regulations, policies, and guidance to environmental compliance activities; Reviewed environmental documents, including NEPA documents, to ensure legal sufficiency and compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Used computerized database systems to track projects, conduct public involvement, and analyze data. You must include hours per week worked. Volunteer 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: Lashundra Bryson
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]