Permanent Reassignment- Natural Resources Specialist, GS-0401-09 (65623)

Boydton, VASouth Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District65623
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Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District

Locations (City, State)

Boydton, VA

Position Overview/Duties

  • Opening and Closing Dates: 4 December - 18 December 2025

    Position Title: Permanent Reassignment- Natural Resources Specialist, GS-0401-09 (65623)

    Series/Grade: GS-0401-09

    Duty Location(s): Boydton, VA

    Work Schedule: Full-time

    Number of vacancies: Multiple selections may be made from this announcement.

    Who May Apply: This position is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY. You must be a GS-09 to qualify.

    Duties:

  • Serves as a Natural Resource Management Specialist/Park Ranger as part of a multi-disciplinary team for a Corps water resources development project. Performs a variety of assignments involving all aspects of project operations which may include natural resources management, shoreline management, recreation, visitor assistance, contract administration, environmental stewardship, and environmental compliance.
    1. Participates in the development and updates of various planning and operational documents including but not limited to the Project Master Plan, Operational Management Plan, Project Safety Plan, Fire Prevention Plan, Shoreline Management Plan, and plans for management of natural resources.
    2. Participates in conservation, preservation, restoration and use of project natural and cultural resources.
    3. Participates in various aspects of recreation management at the project.
    4. Enforces Title 36 CFR by educating the visiting public on project purposes, conditions, policies and regulations.
    5. Assists with project’s environmental compliance program.
    6. Conducts public relations services for the general public and special groups.
    7. Assists with forestry, fisheries and wildlife management, pest control, boundary surveillance, and public safety.

  • WORKING CONDITIONS, AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

    -Administrative work is conducted primarily in an office environment. Visitor assistance, site inspections, interpretive, and outreach are conducted in both an office setting and outdoors. Outdoor activities can occur in all kinds of weather. The incumbent is subject to the hazards associated with working in and around wooded areas, along the shoreline and on waters of the lake. Safe work practices are an integral part of this position. Incumbent is required to know, comply with and promote prescribed safety rules and regulations.
    -Required to wear prescribed uniform as identified in ER 1130-2-550.
    -Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Is regularly required to patrol park with one or more passengers.
    -Possession or ability to acquire Corps of Engineers boat operator's license within 2 years.
    -Must complete Park Ranger training requirements (including Visitor Assistance Training, CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, Unarmed Self Defense) within one year
    -Must possess or be able to acquire Title 36 Citation Authority within one year.
    -Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays depending on the needs of the project.
    -May be required to work in adverse weather conditions (e.g. heat, cold, rain, wind, etc.).
    -Occasional overnight travel required for training, conferences and rotational assignments less than 10% of the time.
    -During emergencies, the incumbent may be called on short notice.
    -The incumbent is required to supervise or perform prescribed burns, and/or operate a motor vehicle with one or more passengers on at least a weekly basis.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

  • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
  • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Relocation incentives may be provided.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
  • This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possession to operate vehicles.
  • This position requires a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) small boat operator license within two years of employment.
  • This position requires the wearing of a uniform.
  • Serves as an incidental motor vehicle operator. Operates an automobile, light truck, ATV or motorboat to accomplish assigned duties. Employee must be able to operate motor vehicles without danger to self or others. Must be able to maintain required Corps of Engineers certification for operation of motorboats.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

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Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.