Forest Service, Department of Agriculture
Harrisburg, IL | #government
The primary purpose of this position is to carry out a variety of project plans in support of the unit timber management program.
Information on specific locations where jobs are being filled and the dates when applications are due for these locations can be found at https://fsoutreach.gdcii.com/Outreach Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized.
Final determination will be made at the time of the job offer.
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-06 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service.
Examples of specialized experience could include: Provided support with tree measurements, map reading and compass use, species identification, defect recognition and determination, quality determination, traversing, use of aerial photos, and use of timber cruising tools and techniques; Interpreted silvicultural prescriptions and timber marking guides to designate harvest timber; Measured amount and quantity of timber in designated timber sale areas; Applied instructions issued in a cruise plan; OR Successful completion of one (1) full year (18 semester hours) of graduate level coursework that is directly related to the work of the position (such as: forestry, range management, agriculture); OR A combination of experience and education as described above that together meets the requirements of the position.
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.
Deadline: 2021-06-30
(Expired)
Salary: 39K-39K Per Year
How to Apply
Please follow the application procedure at www.usajobs.gov for more info.
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