Recreation Management Resource Assistant

             Coronado National Forest – Sierra Vista Ranger District

Position Details

Stewards Individual Placement Program (Stewards) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.

Stewards in partnership with the Coronado National Forest is seeking an intern who will

• Provide district level support to planning and implementation of complex recreation programs including dispersed, developed, wilderness, trails, motorized, and forest programs.
• Provide supervision and oversight for recreation management projects. Participate in grant writing, grants and agreements management, planning, project development, and project implementation.
• Develops plans for use of wilderness areas, construction and maintenance of trails, parking areas, trailhead facilities, campgrounds, and other developed recreation sites in consultation with other resource personnel. Recommends changes based on management objectives.
• Analyzes and interprets data to formulate recommendations that achieve management objectives and policies and suggests alternative methods for achieving objectives.
• Participates in recruitment and management of volunteer groups and other partnerships including establishing agreements, terms of service, and reimbursement of expenses when applicable.

The Coronado National Forest, including the Sierra Vista Ranger District, features a robust and forward-thinking recreation program. The Forest serves a diverse, multi-cultural community along the United States-Mexico border.

 Position Responsibilities will include:

• Plan and implementation a complex recreation program including dispersed, developed, wilderness, trails, motorized, and forest programs. Provide oversight for recreation management projects.
  • Work with supervisor to establish a site visit schedule based on operational needs.
  • Provide guidance and direction for seasonal and temporary employees.
  • Develop tracking tools to monitor the condition and track maintenance needs for developed and dispersed recreation sites. Introduce into regular workflow and train employees on how to utilize.
• Analyze and interpret data to formulate recommendations that achieve management objectives and policies and suggests alternative methods for achieving objectives.
  • Connect with system administrators to grant access to GIS, NRM, Rec.gov, and other data sources and systems.
  • Compile and organize data in a way that is accessible to interdisciplinary project team members.
  • Clearly summarize data so that it may be reported effectively.
• Develops plans for use of wilderness areas, construction and maintenance of trails, parking areas, trailhead facilities, campgrounds, and other developed recreation sites in consultation with other resource personnel. Recommends changes based on management objectives.
  • Work with Supervisor's Office recreation planners throughout the project development process.
  • Provide input throughout the planning phase to advocate for district needs and objectives.
  • Lead district coordination and logistics for all projects.
  • Conduct and coordinate formal and informal scoping with district specialists.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by Conservation Legacy (over 21 years old or drivers license for at least three years).
• Demonstrated interest in natural resource management or recreation management.
• Ability to obtain an associate degree or higher before end of term to be eligible for Direct Hire Authority.

Preferred Requirements:

• Professional or volunteer experience in public lands recreation management
• Desire to work in southeastern Arizona beyond this internship

Benefits:

• $1000.00/month living allowance. (pre-tax)
• $50/monthly commuting allowance. (pre-tax)
• $2750.00 Professional Development and Travel fund.
• On-the-job training related to position responsibilities.

*The USFS Resource Assistant Program (RAP) is a rigorous, immersive, paid internship providing developmental and training opportunities for individuals interested in learning more about Forest Service careers. After completing a minimum of 960 hours of satisfactory work and an associate degree, RA’s may acquire a two-year certificate of noncompetitive hiring eligibility. The certificate enables participants to apply to internal merit announcements for qualifying permanent General Schedule FS positions as well as a Direct Hire Authority for FS Career positions.

How to Apply
Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions.  In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.

Application Questions: Please contact Roddy Cobb Jr. at rcobb@conservationlegacy.org for any questions.

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.