This position is located at Fire Island National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) in the Office of the Superintendent. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 10/22/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Duties

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. The National Park Service retains the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment, based on changes to the regulation governing the number of years term appointments may last. This change, which may be made at the agency's sole discretion and without further competition, shall not be construed or interpreted as the granting of a right to a selectee or employee to such an extension. No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation, unless such regulation expressly allows such action. Major Duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: Works with an interdisciplinary team of compliance specialists and subject matter experts in the analysis and minimization of potential environmental impacts of proposed actions. Coordinates meetings with multiple government agencies and communities with purpose, objectives, and defined agenda. Collects and analyzes field data and prepares statement of findings for projects that may impact shorelines and wetlands. Supports the preparation and submittal of federal and state environmental permitting applications. Develops and maintains positive and effective working relationships (orally and in writing) with NPS staff, agencies, key stakeholders, and the public.

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/22/2024-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. EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: managing the production of environmental compliance documents as an environmental compliance coordinator; leading or coordinating the compliance process to ensure adherence with the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) and other federal environmental laws; reviewing proposed actions and ensuring that environmental effects are considered in planning and decision-making, (considerations are documented, and opportunity is provided for public involvement); managing, administering, and coordinating programs or projects to achieve and maintain environmental compliance of ongoing operations or remediate past environmental violations or compliance problems; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with project managers and interdisciplinary team members in minimizing environmental impacts; and coordinating or consulting with various State or Federal resource and regulatory agencies and non-government entities regarding environmental issues. You must include hours per week worked. Quality Ranking factor: Applicants who meet the following will receive additional points on their overall rating score. You must provide verifiable proof of this experience in your resume. Demonstrated experience in evaluating/analyzing conditions within a coastal system and seashore environment (i.e. coastal erosion patterns, sea level rise). 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 NPS Inflation Reduction Act 1849 C St. NW Washington, DC 20240 US
• Name: Amy Whittington
• Email: [email protected]