Supervisory Natural Resource Management Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and administer the overall Operation, Maintenance, Park Management and Resource Management program at a multi‑purpose project.
• Supervise implementation and coordination of approved mitigation plans and other authorized land management plans, operational controls, and procedures governing conservation and use of project resources.
• Enforce Title 36 CFR, Part 327 (Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Water Resources Development Projects Administered by the Chief of Engineers).
• Develop, maintain, close and consolidate Corps recreation areas and facilities.
• Serve as the official representative and spokesman for the Corps of Engineers in contacts with regional directors of federal and state agencies, mayors, county commissioners, federal and county judges, local tourism councils, etc.
• Prepare, justify, and support budgets, obligations, expenditure schedules, and spreadsheets.
• Plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct the operation, maintenance, modification and control of project facilities including flood control structures, outlet works and appurtenances.
• Perform supervisory management duties.

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• One‑year probationary period required unless the appointee has previously met the requirements described in 5 CFR Part 11.
• Valid motor vehicle license is required.
• USACE motorboat license (for vessels less than 26 ft) must be obtained and maintained within 12 months of appointment.
• Completion of a pre‑employment physical examination and an annual examination thereafter.
• Compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug‑Free Workplace Programs, including pre‑employment drug screening and random testing thereafter.
• Incumbent must wear the prescribed uniform.
• Work schedule may include typical hours, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens.

Basic Requirement – Supervisory Natural Resources Specialist: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a related discipline, **or** a combination of education and experience that includes coursework equivalent to a major in one of the listed fields plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Specialized Experience: At least one year of experience overseeing the operation and maintenance (O&M) of a dam/lake project, including administration of a park management, natural resource management, or public lands management program. This experience must be at the next lower grade/level (GS‑11) and cannot be substituted with education.

Education – Foreign Credentials: Foreign education must be evaluated by a recognized private organization and deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. degree, or full credit must be granted for the courses at a U.S. accredited institution.

Additional Requirements:

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is mandatory.
• Selection is subject to Department of Defense referral system restrictions for displaced employees.
• Reemployment annuitant eligibility follows the guidelines for Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field positions.
• On‑site government housing may be available.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized per Joint Travel Regulations and agency determination of Government interest.