Forest and Conservation Workers

Summary This position is located with the Region 3, Flagstaff Ranger District. Responsible for planning, developing, administering and executing work plans and projects for wilderness, recreation, trails, and special uses activities. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Patrick McGervey at [email protected]. Responsibilities Participates in the development and administration of annual work plans for wilderness, trails, special uses and recreation resources in compliance with agency guidelines and direction. Implements wilderness, recreation, special uses and trail plan objectives. Conducts surveys and studies of wilderness areas, recreation facilities, trails, and their present visitor use and demand. Plans and assigns work to employees and establishes production or quality standards for the unit’s work. Supervisors 20% or less of the time. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-09: You must have one year specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as one or more of the following: Participated in operations, implementation, and/or surveys and studies of wilderness areas, recreation facilities, trails; Processed special use applications by coordinating with the applicant and monitoring the authorized activity; and/or Inspected wilderness and recreation special uses, administering special use authorizations for outfitter and guides and recreation events. OR a master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR an appropriate combination of specialized experience and education (only graduate education in excess of 18 semester hours may be used to qualify applicants for this grade level). The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. 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. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education See qualification section for education options. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) provides current or former temporary and term employees the opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years and the last temporary or term appointment must have been with the Forest Service. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. Part-time and intermittent service will be credited only for time actually worked. Non-pay status such as leave without pay is credited for up to six months in a calendar year; anything beyond six months is not credited. Applicants are responsible for providing sufficient information/documentation to determine if the 24 month criteria is met. This position is not eligible for telework. The Forest Service may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract highly qualified candidates. Additional Information is available on the OPM Website. This is a non-bargaining unit position.

JOB OPPORTUNITY
Summitt Forests Inc. is looking to fill 75 Forestry Worker positions. This is a temporary, full-time seasonal position from 3/1/2025 to 11/30/2025. Summitt Forests Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE, including disability/vets). Begin/report to work: 5065 South Pacific Highway, Phoenix, Jackson County, OR 97535 @ $25.15/hr. Employer will transport workers daily between report to work address and additional worksites. Additional worksites (Tentative Itinerary - continue throughout various counties/areas) within the States of: AR, AZ, CA, CO, ID, KY, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV & WY. Duties: Raising & Transporting seedlings, sort tree seedlings, discarding substandard seedlings, according to standard charts or verbal instructions. Plant: Seedlings/trees, Spray or inject vegetation with insecticides to kill insects or to protect against disease or with herbicides to reduce competing vegetation, or to enhance growth. Trim trees or other vegetation; cut trees or logs. Pile, chip or lop & Scatter created slash. Maintain equipment to be used in the field. Under the direction of fire suppression officers or forestry technicians: fight forest fires or perform prescribed burning tasks, fire protection and or suppression via clearing/disposing of brush, piling and digging line/construction fire breaks. Incidental driving possible & other related Forestry Worker activities as per SOC/OES 45-4011 (onetonline.org). Terms: Employer will comply with all applicable Federal, State and local employment-related laws and regulations such as wages, breaks, hours worked, and overtime hours (overtime possible, but not required or guaranteed. If overtime is worked, wage is paid at 1.5x regular rate of pay per hour worked beyond 40 hours each week.). Requirements: Must be 18 due to travel. Must show proof of legal authority to work in the U.S. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco free work zone. Must walk substantially (up to 15 miles/day), also stoop, bend while carrying a pack (up to 50lbs) thru rough terrain (non-trail). Must have 3 months Commercial Brushsaw/Chainsaw experience. No minimum education requirement. All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified and work throughout all areas of intended employment. Based on Employer's discretion/cost: Worker may have random drug/alcohol testing during employment: positive test/refusal to abide = dismissal. Possible background check post hire at employer's expense. Felony convictions related to fraud, theft, or violence are not allowed for this position. We are a Federal Contractor (EOE, including disability/vets); any and all applicants/workers must follow all current laws/regulations/requirements/Emergency Temporary Standards (including OSHA). Wages and Conditions of Employment: $12.95/Hour up to possible $45.00/Hour OT $19.43/Hour up to possible $67.50/Hour. Wage may vary based on Experience and/or location worked. Will use a single workweek as its standard for computing wages due. Wage paid every two weeks. All deductions required by law will be made by the employer as well as any further tax withholding or other reasonable deduction(s) authorized by the worker. Health and Welfare benefits may apply. At Employer's sole discretion: possible raises and/or bonuses based on individual factors such as work performance or skill (not guaranteed); possible cash advances (if applicable/requested by worker, potential deduction from worker's paycheck). Standard/Expected Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM. Offering 40+ (plus) hours per week; not including applicable lunch and/or breaks. Possible weekend/holiday work. Start/end times, offered hours and/or overtime could vary as they may be dependent upon other factors such as project/schedule/service needs, weather, and commute time between worksites (if applicable). Work is performed outdoors, exposed to weather; must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, occasionally in extreme heat or cold. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or overtime. Inbound and Outbound Transportation (Initial Arrival & Contract Completion/Subsequent Departure): The amount of transportation payment or reimbursement will be equal to the most economical and reasonable common carrier for the distances involved. Daily subsistence will be provided at the rate required at the time of travel (currently $15.88 per day during travel to a maximum of $59.00 per day with receipts). Transportation and subsistence will be reimbursed (by check in 1st work week) for cost from the place from which the worker has come to work for the employer, whether in the U.S. or abroad, to the place of employment. Will reimburse the H-2B worker in the first workweek for all visa, visa processing, border crossing, and other related fees, including those mandated by the government, incurred by the H-2B worker (not including passport). Upon completion of the work contract or where the worker is dismissed earlier, employer will provide or pay for worker's reasonable costs of return transportation and subsistence back home or to the place the worker originally departed to work, except where the worker will not return due to subsequent employment with another employer. 3/4s Guarantee: The worker will be offered a total number of work hours equal to at least three-fourths of the workdays of each 12-week period. Tools, Equipment and Supplies: All work will be done with employer provided tools, supplies and equipment without charge or deposit. Safe work boots required, employer will provide via REIMBURSEMENT: each employee is eligible for one (1) pair of safe work boots per calendar year - employee may purchase boots of their choice and Summitt Forests will reimburse up to $350.00 annually (from the date of purchase) upon submission of a verifiable receipt. Miscellaneous: Optional, shared housing available at no cost to the worker. Any worker who voluntarily abandons employment is not entitled to payment for outbound transportation or the full 3/4s Guarantee described. Employer Contact Information: Summitt Forests Inc. - Phone: 541-535-8920 or email: [email protected]. How to apply: Inquiries, applications, indications of availability and/or resumes may be sent to the nearest OR SWA: Rogue Valley Center |119 North Oakdale Ave., Medford, OR 97501. Phone: 541-776-6060.

Phoenix, OR.

JOB OPPORTUNITY
Summitt Forests Inc. is looking to fill 75 Forestry Worker positions. This is a temporary, full-time seasonal position from 3/1/2025 to 11/30/2025. Summitt Forests Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE, including disability/vets). Begin/report to work: 5065 South Pacific Highway, Phoenix, Jackson County, OR 97535 @ $25.15/hr. Employer will transport workers daily between report to work address and additional worksites. Additional worksites (Tentative Itinerary - continue throughout various counties/areas) within the States of: AR, AZ, CA, CO, ID, KY, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV & WY. Duties: Raising & Transporting seedlings, sort tree seedlings, discarding substandard seedlings, according to standard charts or verbal instructions. Plant: Seedlings/trees, Spray or inject vegetation with insecticides to kill insects or to protect against disease or with herbicides to reduce competing vegetation, or to enhance growth. Trim trees or other vegetation; cut trees or logs. Pile, chip or lop & Scatter created slash. Maintain equipment to be used in the field. Under the direction of fire suppression officers or forestry technicians: fight forest fires or perform prescribed burning tasks, fire protection and or suppression via clearing/disposing of brush, piling and digging line/construction fire breaks. Incidental driving possible & other related Forestry Worker activities as per SOC/OES 45-4011 (onetonline.org). Terms: Employer will comply with all applicable Federal, State and local employment-related laws and regulations such as wages, breaks, hours worked, and overtime hours (overtime possible, but not required or guaranteed. If overtime is worked, wage is paid at 1.5x regular rate of pay per hour worked beyond 40 hours each week.). Requirements: Must be 18 due to travel. Must show proof of legal authority to work in the U.S. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco free work zone. Must walk substantially (up to 15 miles/day), also stoop, bend while carrying a pack (up to 50lbs) thru rough terrain (non-trail). Must have 3 months Commercial Brushsaw/Chainsaw experience. No minimum education requirement. All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified and work throughout all areas of intended employment. Based on Employer's discretion/cost: Worker may have random drug/alcohol testing during employment: positive test/refusal to abide = dismissal. Possible background check post hire at employer's expense. Felony convictions related to fraud, theft, or violence are not allowed for this position. We are a Federal Contractor (EOE, including disability/vets); any and all applicants/workers must follow all current laws/regulations/requirements/Emergency Temporary Standards (including OSHA). Wages and Conditions of Employment: $12.95/Hour up to possible $45.00/Hour OT $19.43/Hour up to possible $67.50/Hour. Wage may vary based on Experience and/or location worked. Will use a single workweek as its standard for computing wages due. Wage paid every two weeks. All deductions required by law will be made by the employer as well as any further tax withholding or other reasonable deduction(s) authorized by the worker. Health and Welfare benefits may apply. At Employer's sole discretion: possible raises and/or bonuses based on individual factors such as work performance or skill (not guaranteed); possible cash advances (if applicable/requested by worker, potential deduction from worker's paycheck). Standard/Expected Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM. Offering 40+ (plus) hours per week; not including applicable lunch and/or breaks. Possible weekend/holiday work. Start/end times, offered hours and/or overtime could vary as they may be dependent upon other factors such as project/schedule/service needs, weather, and commute time between worksites (if applicable). Work is performed outdoors, exposed to weather; must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, occasionally in extreme heat or cold. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or overtime. Inbound and Outbound Transportation (Initial Arrival & Contract Completion/Subsequent Departure): The amount of transportation payment or reimbursement will be equal to the most economical and reasonable common carrier for the distances involved. Daily subsistence will be provided at the rate required at the time of travel (currently $15.88 per day during travel to a maximum of $59.00 per day with receipts). Transportation and subsistence will be reimbursed (by check in 1st work week) for cost from the place from which the worker has come to work for the employer, whether in the U.S. or abroad, to the place of employment. Will reimburse the H-2B worker in the first workweek for all visa, visa processing, border crossing, and other related fees, including those mandated by the government, incurred by the H-2B worker (not including passport). Upon completion of the work contract or where the worker is dismissed earlier, employer will provide or pay for worker's reasonable costs of return transportation and subsistence back home or to the place the worker originally departed to work, except where the worker will not return due to subsequent employment with another employer. 3/4s Guarantee: The worker will be offered a total number of work hours equal to at least three-fourths of the workdays of each 12-week period. Tools, Equipment and Supplies: All work will be done with employer provided tools, supplies and equipment without charge or deposit. Safe work boots required, employer will provide via REIMBURSEMENT: each employee is eligible for one (1) pair of safe work boots per calendar year - employee may purchase boots of their choice and Summitt Forests will reimburse up to $350.00 annually (from the date of purchase) upon submission of a verifiable receipt. Miscellaneous: Optional, shared housing available at no cost to the worker. Any worker who voluntarily abandons employment is not entitled to payment for outbound transportation or the full 3/4s Guarantee described. Employer Contact Information: Summitt Forests Inc. - Phone: 541-535-8920 or email: [email protected]. How to apply: Inquiries, applications, indications of availability and/or resumes may be sent to the nearest OR SWA: Rogue Valley Center |119 North Oakdale Ave., Medford, OR 97501. Phone: 541-776-6060.

Phoenix, OR.

YCC Mentor Summary:

YCC Mentors will work in a team of two guiding a crew of up to 10 young adults, ages 15-18, in conservation projects in Petrified Forest National Park. Mentors are expected to provide training, leadership, and direction while leading their crews by example through hard work, safety, and enthusiasm. A passion for being outdoors and working with a team is required.

Dates: May 29 - July 28

Compensation

Pay: $475/week + housing provided, paid out bi-weekly

HOUSING PROVIDED

Training

YCC Mentor leadership training will include some focus on youth-specific training. Topics may include: Leave No Trace, Outdoor Living, Crew Culture and Diversity, and goal setting. Depending on project needs, crews have possible specialized opportunities for instruction in trail structures, crosscut use, and safety. Informal training will continue throughout the term with on-the-ground skills training to include things like tool maintenance, plant identification, and an overview of public land management agencies.

Project work will primarily happen at Petrified Forest National Park performing deferred maintenance work on Park Trails, Historic Maintained Landscapes, and Maintained Archaeological Sites.

Expectations:

AZCC is a drug-free organization; alcohol and illegal substances are prohibited. AZCC is an independent, non-residential program, however, the Petrified Forest National Park will provide park housing (June 1 - July 28) and a vehicle for crew travel for the work week. The crew member must supply his/her/their own personal outdoor gear and equipment such as a day pack, work pants, hiking/work boots, etc. A suggested gear list will be provided prior to starting the term of service. Additionally, AZCC has pro-deals and some gear available to borrow.

The schedule is subject to change due to weather.

Schedule:

The schedule will generally be M-F, 8-hour days - up to 40 hours per week. The schedule is subject to change due to weather.

Qualifications:

+ Be between the ages of 21 and 24

+ Have US Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency status.

+ Have a high school diploma or GED

+ Pass background checks: all offers of positions are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and Federal criminal background check

+ Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award

+ Must have a valid driver's license and no DUI in the past 3 years

Participant Essential Eligibility Requirements:

Essential eligibility requirements for the program must be met. If you are unable to meet certain requirements, we may be able to provide some accommodations, except that which alters the fundamental nature of the program, compromises the health and safety of participants or staff, or places an undue financial or administrative burden on the organization. These requirements are written the same for all positions and therefore may not apply directly to your particular position.

Participation and Expedition Behavior:

+ Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions. This may require problem-solving on an interpersonal or group level as well as a willingness to accept differences.

+ Contribute to a safe learning environment; no harassment of others for any reason.

+ Willingness and ability to complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and National Service. Members must commit to participating in all crew/team activities, including service days in local communities where applicable.

+ Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization staff.

+ Have the cognitive ability to learn necessary skills and apply them to effectively carry out the service work requirements

+ Appropriately represent the Program and AmeriCorps to the public and project partners at all times

Safety and Judgment:

+ Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance. You must be able to do so at a distance of up to 50 meters and in conditions with limited visibility or loud background noise such as darkness or high winds.

+ Effectively perceive, understand and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute appropriate and perhaps unfamiliar techniques to manage hazards. These directions may be given before the hazard is encountered or may need to be given during exposure to the hazard.

+ Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions

+ Perceive and comprehend significant and apparent hazards, including those hazards previously identified by others.

+ Respond appropriately to stress or crises.

+ If taking prescription medications, participants must be able to maintain proper dosage by self-medicating without assistance from others.

Environmental Ethics:

+ Learn and practice ‘Leave no Trace’ techniques

+ Outdoor Skills and Fitness (where appropriate)

+ Learn and safely perform fundamental outdoor living/travel and work skills as appropriate to the project. Additionally, remain adequately hydrated, fed, and properly dressed so as to remain generally healthy and safe, avoiding environmental injuries.

+ Conditions of this environment may vary significantly and may include severe and/or trying weather. The remoteness is such that it may require at a minimum one hour, but perhaps in excess of 12 hours, to reach the nearest advanced medical care.

Substance Free:

In accordance with a drug-free workplace, alcohol, and drugs are prohibited while participating in AmeriCorps and program activities and while on organization property.

Required SkillsRequired Experience

OFFICE LOCATION

Minnesota, United States

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The AFCS will be based in Minnesota. Depending on location, hybrid in-office or flexible work arrangements are possible. The AFCS will be expected to travel occasionally to field offices or for partner meetings within and around the region. Travel frequency will be determined by project needs.

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

As the Applied Forest Climate Scientist (AFCS,) you will provide technical and scientific leadership in forest ecology, monitoring and evaluation of conservation strategies, and forest-based climate mitigation and adaptation strategies and policy. You will be part of the Science team and and an integrated member of the Resilient Forest team that serves as a thought partner to provide science to direct biodiversity and climate-driven strategies, fill research and information gaps, and quantify biodiversity and GHG emission outcomes. You will also supervise staff, including performance management, training, and onboarding. Task oriented projects may include leading a forest monitoring and evaluation initiative, evaluation of carbon benefits of improved forest management practices, developing carbon accounting protocols for conservation projects, evaluating effectiveness of adaptation approaches, or staying current on forest science to advise TNC's external affairs team.

In this role, you will contribute to the Science Team and Resilient Forest Team's communication goals by communicating scientific findings, literature, and knowledge syntheses to a diverse audience (including the general public, partners, media, and the scientific community). Communication outlets include written reports, fact sheets, scientific publications, popular media stories, media interviews, and both formal and informal oral presentations. You will also provide technical and scientific leadership for forest resilience and climate mitigation and adaptation strategies and policy.

As the AFCS, you will work with internal and external colleagues to collect and manage data for forest resilience and climate mitigation and adaptation projects. You will convene/facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations, conduct scientific surveys and research, record data, write reports and support donor engagement, and develop proposals to support forest science information gaps or needs. Depending on the project, field work might be necessary; therefore, you should expect to work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain or under physically demanding circumstances.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The AFCS will contribute to an interdisciplinary team of scientists and staff with expertise in grassland, forest, and freshwater ecosystems and spatial and statistical analyses. You will have the opportunity to inform on the ground conservation actions across a diversity of landscapes and communities with a diverse set of partners and build the evidence base for our conservation work.

TNC is a global organization tackling climate change around the world. While focused on applying carbon accounting and adaptation strategies locally in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, you will have the opportunity to collaborate and connect with TNC colleagues working on similar challenges in other places. In this position, you will take a lead role in informing our forest resilience and climate strategies and quantifying impacts and outcomes, working both independently and collaboratively with multiple TNC teams and partners. Through this work, you will build and maintain relationships and collaborations with a broad and diverse knowledge and conservation community.

We're looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead cross functional teams in support of our conservation work. Communication and experience interpreting scientific information are key in this role. If that sounds like you, come join TNC and apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

* Master's degree in science related field and 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience managing people, projects, workloads, and finances with adherence to deadlines.
* Experience leading and working with cross functional teams.
* Experience synthesizing, interpreting, and communicating scientific information.
* Experience preparing reports of findings.
* Record of peer reviewed publications in scientific journals.
* Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
* Experience working in forested ecosystems or with forest ecosystem carbon modeling.
* Experience with common environmental science software applications (e.g., ArcGIS, R, Microsoft Office).

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

The AFCS will be based in Minnesota. Depending on location, hybrid in-office or flexible work arrangements are possible. The AFCS will be expected to travel occasionally to field offices or for partner meetings within and around the region. Travel frequency will be determined by project needs.

Creating a community of inclusivity and belonging through collaboration and feedback is an intentional effort in the Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota Chapter which is in alignment with the broader organization. We're committed to building a culture based on trust, transparency, empathy, and accountability. We value individuality and difference of backgrounds and ideas, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $65,280 - $89,675 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56026, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

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OFFICE LOCATION

Minnesota, United States

#Li-Hybrid

#PDN

The AFCS will be based in Minnesota. Depending on location, hybrid in-office or flexible work arrangements are possible. The AFCS will be expected to travel occasionally to field offices or for partner meetings within and around the region. Travel frequency will be determined by project needs.

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

As the Applied Forest Climate Scientist (AFCS,) you will provide technical and scientific leadership in forest ecology, monitoring and evaluation of conservation strategies, and forest-based climate mitigation and adaptation strategies and policy. You will be part of the Science team and and an integrated member of the Resilient Forest team that serves as a thought partner to provide science to direct biodiversity and climate-driven strategies, fill research and information gaps, and quantify biodiversity and GHG emission outcomes. You will also supervise staff, including performance management, training, and onboarding. Task oriented projects may include leading a forest monitoring and evaluation initiative, evaluation of carbon benefits of improved forest management practices, developing carbon accounting protocols for conservation projects, evaluating effectiveness of adaptation approaches, or staying current on forest science to advise TNC's external affairs team.

In this role, you will contribute to the Science Team and Resilient Forest Team's communication goals by communicating scientific findings, literature, and knowledge syntheses to a diverse audience (including the general public, partners, media, and the scientific community). Communication outlets include written reports, fact sheets, scientific publications, popular media stories, media interviews, and both formal and informal oral presentations. You will also provide technical and scientific leadership for forest resilience and climate mitigation and adaptation strategies and policy.

As the AFCS, you will work with internal and external colleagues to collect and manage data for forest resilience and climate mitigation and adaptation projects. You will convene/facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations, conduct scientific surveys and research, record data, write reports and support donor engagement, and develop proposals to support forest science information gaps or needs. Depending on the project, field work might be necessary; therefore, you should expect to work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain or under physically demanding circumstances.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The AFCS will contribute to an interdisciplinary team of scientists and staff with expertise in grassland, forest, and freshwater ecosystems and spatial and statistical analyses. You will have the opportunity to inform on the ground conservation actions across a diversity of landscapes and communities with a diverse set of partners and build the evidence base for our conservation work.

TNC is a global organization tackling climate change around the world. While focused on applying carbon accounting and adaptation strategies locally in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, you will have the opportunity to collaborate and connect with TNC colleagues working on similar challenges in other places. In this position, you will take a lead role in informing our forest resilience and climate strategies and quantifying impacts and outcomes, working both independently and collaboratively with multiple TNC teams and partners. Through this work, you will build and maintain relationships and collaborations with a broad and diverse knowledge and conservation community.

We're looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead cross functional teams in support of our conservation work. Communication and experience interpreting scientific information are key in this role. If that sounds like you, come join TNC and apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

* Master's degree in science related field and 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience managing people, projects, workloads, and finances with adherence to deadlines.
* Experience leading and working with cross functional teams.
* Experience synthesizing, interpreting, and communicating scientific information.
* Experience preparing reports of findings.
* Record of peer reviewed publications in scientific journals.
* Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
* Experience working in forested ecosystems or with forest ecosystem carbon modeling.
* Experience with common environmental science software applications (e.g., ArcGIS, R, Microsoft Office).

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

The AFCS will be based in Minnesota. Depending on location, hybrid in-office or flexible work arrangements are possible. The AFCS will be expected to travel occasionally to field offices or for partner meetings within and around the region. Travel frequency will be determined by project needs.

Creating a community of inclusivity and belonging through collaboration and feedback is an intentional effort in the Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota Chapter which is in alignment with the broader organization. We're committed to building a culture based on trust, transparency, empathy, and accountability. We value individuality and difference of backgrounds and ideas, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $65,280 - $89,675 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56026, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

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Summary This position is located in Southwestern Region, Region 3, Kaibab National Forest. The position is responsible for performing work involved in Natural Resources Planning and Environmental law compliance, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Debra L Mollet at [email protected] Responsibilities Develops the annual program of work for all aspects of the unit NEPA accomplishment program. Serves as contact for facilitating the project planning efforts between inter—and intra-agency organizations. When needed, acts as contracting officer’s representative (COR) for NEPA contracts. Based on environmental analyses, develops contract statement of work. Is responsible for the collection and analysis of professional and environmental data to measure and evaluate the effects of impacts of management proposals on resources (natural, social, or economic). Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. Basic Requirement: GS-0401: Degree: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major field of study that included 24 semester hours in course work in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Related course work generally refers to courses that may be accepted as part of the program major. OR Combination of education and experience that included 24 semester hours in course work in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, AND experience sufficient to demonstrate that I possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation that is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field needed to perform the work of the occupation. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, you must also possess experience and/or directly related education in the amounts listed below. Specialized Experience Requirement: For the GS-11: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as two or more of the following: Participated in natural resource management activities by making observations, gathering data, and reporting findings where information was used in environmental assessments and environmental impact statements; and/or Participated in the permit review process or identification of regulatory compliance issues and requirements by performing field inspections and collecting and analyzing environmental data; and/or Served as a project planner for one or more conventional environmental resources projects, such as construction, production or reclamation activities and ensured compliance with environmental plans and stipulations. OR Three (3) years of progressively, higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree (coursework directly related to position being filled). OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education (beyond what is required for a master's degree, i.e., more than 36 semester hours leading to a Ph.D.). 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. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education See above qualifications section for qualifying education. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) provides current or former temporary and term employees the opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years and the last temporary or term appointment must have been with the Forest Service. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. Part-time and intermittent service will be credited only for time actually worked. Non-pay status such as leave without pay is credited for up to six months in a calendar year; anything beyond six months is not credited. Applicants are responsible for providing sufficient information/documentation to determine if the 24 month criteria is met. This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Salary wage as shown is for Rest of the U.S. For more information, refer to the Office of Personnel Management, Salary and Wages web page. The salary listed reflects the 2024 Rest of US scale (16.82% locality). Salary will be adjusted to reflect the 2025 Rest of US scale (17.06% locality) upon selection. A complete list of salary tables can be found at: General Schedule (opm.gov).

**Join us and inspire with every cup!**

At Starbucks, it’s all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each other, our customers and our communities to make a positive impact every day. We believe in working together to make a difference and in celebrating our shared success, which is why we call ourselves Starbucks “partners.” Starbucks is a place of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome, and we value the unique experiences that each partner brings to our team!

As a Starbucks **shift supervisor** , you’ll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our _Starbucks Experience._ You’ll lead each shift, working alongside a team of baristas to deliver quality customer service and expertly-crafted products. You’ll be in an energetic store environment where you’ll have the ability to positively influence and guide others, maintain an encouraging team environment, and grow your leadership skills. We believe our shift supervisors are leaders in creating an uplifting experience for our customers and partners alike.

**You’d make a great shift supervisor if you:**

+ Take initiative and act as a role model to others.

+ Enjoy working as a team and motivating others.

+ Understand how to create a great customer service experience.

+ Have a focus on quality and take pride in your work.

+ Are confident in leading, deploying, and guiding others.

+ Are open to learning new things (especially the latest beverage recipe!)

+ Are experienced with responsibilities like cash-handling and store safety.

+ Can keep cool and calm in a fast-paced, energetic work environment.

+ Have excellent communications skills.

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our _Starbucks College Achievement Plan_ , health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, _Bean Stock_ . What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Benefit Information (https://www.starbucksbenefits.com)

**Summary of Experience**

+ Customer service experience in a retail or restaurant environment - 1 year

**Basic Qualifications**

+ Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation

+ Available to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays

+ Meet store operating policies and standards, including providing quality beverages and food products, cash handling and store safety and security, with or without reasonable accommodations

+ Six (6) months of experience in a position that required constant interacting with and fulfilling the requests of customers

+ Prepare and coach the preparation of food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe changes such as temperature, quantity of ingredients or substituted ingredients

+ At least six (6) months of experience delegating tasks to other employees and/or coordinating the tasks of two (2) or more employees

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

+ Ability to direct the work of others

+ Ability to learn quickly

+ Effective oral communication skills

+ Knowledge of the retail environment

+ Strong interpersonal skills

+ Ability to work as part of a team

+ Ability to build relationships

_As a Starbucks_ _partner_ _, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision,_ _basic_ _and supplemental_ _life insurance_ _, and_ _other voluntary insurance benefits_ _._ _Partners have access to_ _short_ _-_ _term and long_ _-_ _term disability,_ _paid parental leave,_ _f_ _amily_ _e_ _xpansion_ _r_ _eimbursement,_ _paid vacation_ _that_ _accrue_ _s starting_ _at .01961 hours based on a_ _40 hour_ _week up to_ _40 hours_ _annually (_ _64 hours_ _in California)_ _after an introductory period_ _,_ _sick time (_ _accrued at_ _1 hour for every_ _25 or 30 hours worked_ _,_ _depending on work location_ _),_ _and_ _additional pay_ _if working_ _on_ _one of_ _eight_ _observed_ _holidays_ _._ _Starbucks also offers_ _eligible partners_ _participation in a_ _401(k)-retirement_ _plan_ _with employer match_ _,_ _a_ _discounted company stock_ _program_ _(S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program_ _(_ _Bean Stock_ _)_ _,_ _incentivized_ _emergency savings,_ _and_ _financial well-being tools_ _._ _Additionally, Starbucks offers_ _100%_ _upfront_ _tuition_ _coverage_ _for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona_ _State University’s online program_ _via_ _the_ _Starbucks College Achievement Plan_ _, student loan management resources_ _,_ _and access to other educational_ _opportunities_ _._ _You will also have access to backup care_ _and_ _DACA reimbursement._ _Starbucks will_ _comply with_ _any applicable state and local laws_ _regarding_ _employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off_ _pursuant to_ _the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act,_ _in accordance with_ _its_ _plans and_ _policies._ _This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative._

_For_ _additional_ _information regarding partner_ _perks_ _and more_ _detailed_ _information_ _regarding_ _benefits, go to_ _starbucksbenefits.com (file:///C:/Users/rofunk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/EHRXPAYM/starbucksbenefits.com)_ _._

_At Starbucks, it is typical for new partners to be hired at the entry point of the range for their role, which is based upon geographic location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate._

_Starbucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law._

_We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply._

_Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at_ [email protected]_ _._

Summary This position is located in the Southwestern Region, Region 3, Coconino National Forest, Flagstaff Arizona The position serves as the Forest program manager for survey, boundary management, and lands. Performs supervisory duties 20% or less of the time For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Bridget Roth at [email protected] Responsibilities Duties listed are at the full performance level. Performs supervisory duties 20% or less of the time. Evaluate potential impact of proposed land use on management, protection, development, and utilization of natural resources, and conformance with plans, policies, regulations, and statutory authorities. Make recommendations to the authorizing officer on the granting of authorizations for the use and occupancy of agency lands. Administer all aspects of the special use programs such as permits, easements, linear rights-of-way, private in-holdings, or communications sites. Provide program leadership in the planning, direction, and coordination of land adjustment such as disposal, purchase, exchange, donation, partial interest, condemnation, real estate title preparation, and cost-share agreements. Provide assistance to unit leaders in the development of plans and budget for administering land uses and/or minerals programs. Provide advice to line officers in preparation of permits within their delegated authority. Coordinate or participate on interdisciplinary teams to develop or review environmental assessment reports and environmental statements. Serve as primary unit contact for unit and agency personnel and applicants on matters concerning land use permits and memorandums of understanding that have unit wide application. Apprise agency staff, permit holders, applicants, and concerned publics of policy changes, fee adjustments agency regulations, restrictions, and resource management issues. Perform unit level review of special use applications and requests for land uses authorized by memorandums of understanding. Provide program specific technical advice to interdisciplinary teams to fulfill National Environmental Protection Act requirements for special use and/or mineral leasing applications. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-11 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as three or more of the following: Evaluate, process, and monitor special use proposals, renewals, and/or existing permits/authorizations modifications (such as transfer of ownership, terminations, revocations, or suspensions as appropriate), some of which may be complex and/or controversial; Internal coordination, review, and technical direction regarding new permit proposals and administration of existing special use authorizations; Assist higher graded experts and applying working knowledge of land status in negotiating rights-of-way and/or land acquisition or exchanges with landowners; Resolved technical problems of limited complexity with regard to special uses; permittees; communication sites; trespasses; prepared and processed appraisals, and related reports; Assist or lead environmental analysis. Substitution of Education for Experience (HR/SME): if related in Natural Resource degrees with demonstrated knowledge in methods of lands management principles, effects of human impacts in ecosystems, federal land management laws, regulations, and policies. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree Or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree Or LL.M. For the GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 federal grade level. Specialized experience is defined as three or more of the following: Provided authorization and administration of special use permits, easements, leases, grants, and other land use authorizations; Provided training and/or technical assistance in regards to special use administration; Performed administration, revision, amendment, suspension, revocation, or termination of authorizations by researching laws, court decisions, or precedent cases and then preparing summaries of findings; Performed acquisition, disposal planning, reconnaissance, condemnation reports, appraisals, title research, economic analysis, and preparation of contracts for real estate functions, gained a detailed understanding of the situation and the potential effects on public lands, and developed recommended options for decision makers; and/or Experience billing and administering cost recovery. Substitution of Education for Experience: N/A 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. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education See above for education that may be qualifying for the specific grade level. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) provides current or former temporary and term employees the opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years and the last temporary or term appointment must have been with the Forest Service. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. Part-time and intermittent service will be credited only for time actually worked. Non-pay status such as leave without pay is credited for up to six months in a calendar year; anything beyond six months is not credited. Applicants are responsible for providing sufficient information/documentation to determine if the 24 month criteria is met. If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is not guaranteed. This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. The Forest Service may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract highly qualified candidates. Additional Information is available on the OPM Website. This is a non-bargaining unit position. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.

Summary This position is located in the Supervisor's Office of the Coconino National Forest in Flagstaff, AZ. The incumbent serves as the forest Timber Program Manager. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Amber Dorsch at [email protected]. Responsibilities Responsibilities listed are at the full performance grade level. Lead the timber and stewardship programs for assigned unit/organization. Participate in integration of programs and budgets to foster efficient and effective restoration of ecosystems. Liaise with diverse organizations and levels of the agency, local operators, groups, and representatives to obtain support and understanding of programs, operations, and direction. Consult and advise others in all aspects of timber management functions and practices associated with timber management with a focus on integration between program areas. Lead the development of short and long-term action plans for integrated vegetation programs and associated budgets. Perform supervisory responsibilities 20% of the time. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. Basic Requirement: Degree: forestry; or a related subject-matter field that included a total of at least thirty (30) semester hours in any combination of biological, physical, or mathematical sciences or engineering, of which at least twenty-four (24) semester hours of course work was in forestry. The curriculum must have been sufficiently diversified to include courses in each of the following areas: Management of Renewable Resources -- study of the science and art of managing renewable resources to attain desired results. Examples of creditable courses in this area include silviculture, forest management operations, timber management, wildland fire science or fire management, utilization of forest resources, forest regulation, recreational land management, watershed management, and wildlife or range habitat management. Forest Biology -- study of the classification, distribution, characteristics, and identification of forest vegetation, and the interrelationships of living organisms to the forest environment. Examples of creditable courses in this area include dendrology, forest ecology, silvics, forest genetics, wood structure and properties, forest soils, forest entomology, and forest pathology. Forest Resource Measurements and Inventory -- sampling, inventory, measurement, and analysis techniques as applied to a variety of forest resources. Examples of creditable courses include forest biometrics, forest mensuration, forest valuation, statistical analysis of forest resource data, renewable natural resources inventories and analysis, and photogrammetry or remote sensing. -OR- Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in forestry, or at least thirty (30) semester hours in any combination of biological, physical, or mathematical sciences or engineering, of which at least twenty-four (24) semester hours were in forestry. The requirements for diversification of the twenty-four (24) semester hours in forestry are the same as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, you must also possess experience and/or directly related education in the amounts listed below. Specialized Experience Requirement: For the GS-11: You must have one (1) year specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 in federal service. Specialized experience is defined as meeting three or more of the following: Performing vegetation management duties including timber management, harvesting, and timber stand improvement; and/or providing advice and assistance on natural resource management policies and practices; and/or assisting in reviewing or developing standard plans for well-established timber programs or projects; and/or recommending long and short-term plans for natural resources and overall land management planning. -OR- Three (3) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree (coursework directly related to position being filled). -OR- An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education (beyond what is required for a master's degree, i.e., more than thirty-six (36) semester hours leading to a Ph.D.) For the GS-12: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to a GS-11 level in federal service. Specialized experience is defined as meeting three or more of the following: Participating in the management, planning and oversight of timber sale planning/preparation and/or silviculture programs; and/or gathering information for use in long-range resource management plans and programs, including formulation of policies, objectives, and priorities; and/or assisting presale and sale administration personnel in timber removal techniques; and/or supporting facets of sale preparation, reforestation and timber stand improvement techniques. 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. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education See above for education requirement. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) provides current or former temporary and term employees the opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years and the last temporary or term appointment must have been with the Forest Service. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. Part-time and intermittent service will be credited only for time actually worked. Non-pay status such as leave without pay is credited for up to six months in a calendar year; anything beyond six months is not credited. Applicants are responsible for providing sufficient information/documentation to determine if the 24 month criteria is met. If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is not guaranteed. This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. The Forest Service may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract highly qualified candidates. Additional Information is available on the OPM Website. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Forest Service daycare facilities are not available. Government Housing is not available. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.