Natural Resource Specialist, GS

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Permanent

Bassett, VA

Position Title: Natural Resource Specialist, GS-0401-5/7/9 (57051)

Series/Grade: GS-0401-5/7/9

Open Period: 14 October - 28 October 2026

Duty Location(s): Bassett, VA

• Serves as a Natural Resources Management Specialist as part of a multidisciplinary team for a Corps Water Resources Development Project.

• Performs a wide variety of difficult assignments involving all aspects of project operations Including Recreation, Contract Administration, Environmental Stewardship, and Environmental Compliance.

• Participates in the conservation, preservation, restoration and use of natural projects and cultural resources. Implements resource management actions that promote biodiversity and native species.

• Works with fish and wildlife specialists in the District and in coordination with the state and federal natural resource agencies. Participates in activities that protect threatened and endangered species.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

US Citizens

General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series 0401:
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

One year of specialized experience

• 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.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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• This position may require TDY 10% of the time to include occasional overnight travel required for training, conferences and rotational assignments.
• This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License.
• Required to wear prescribed uniform as identified in ER 1130-2-550.
• 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.).
• 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…