[PCA] JOB: Forest Supervisor, Carson National Forest (Taos, NM)

[Kwong, Olivia]

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 Southwestern Region

Forest Supervisor, Carson National Forest, GS-0340-14
OCR14-340-FS-13/4G

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PLEASE APPLY BEFORE
July 15, 2014
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The Southwestern Region will soon be filling a Forest Supervisor position.
 This is a permanent full-time position and will have a duty station in
Taos, New Mexico.  We will be utilizing the following OCR to fill the
position:  OCR14-340-FS-13/14G; we will be pulling a referral list on July
15, 2014.  This position will be filled at the full performance level of
GS-14.

If you are interested in this position, please ensure your application is
submitted and on file by July 15, 2014.  You may click on this link to get
to the appropriate OCR announcement in USA jobs:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/355923400.  When applying,
please pay special attention to attaching the required documents—SF-50s,
resumes, transcripts, etc.  See “Required Documents” under the “How to
Apply” tab in the vacancy announcement.  Your application will not be
considered without the required documents.

About the position:  The incumbent is responsible for the management,
protection, and development of the forest resources of the Carson National
Forest (NF).  The incumbent also participates with the Regional Forester
and staff as a member of the Regional Leadership Team in the development of
forest resources policies and programs of Regional scope, which involves
major issues such as manpower, budget, priorities of work, land allocation,
and internal and external problems and concerns.  Also, as requested,
serves as chairperson or member of ad hoc teams for Regional improvement.

In addition to the managerial responsibilities over the forest and human
resource programs, the incumbent is responsible for planning and budgeting
for workforce and organizational needs of the forest, applying sound fiscal
management practices.

The Carson NF Forest Supervisor also works closely with local, state and
federal legislators as well as members of the public and industry/external
partners to gain input and work collaboratively towards a balanced approach
to management of the Forest.

About the Region:  The Southwestern Region is comprised of 11 National
Forests and 4 National Grasslands located in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma
and Texas, encompassing over 20 million acres.  Diversity is a description
that fits the Region well.  The area is rich in cultural, geological, and
biological diversity.  Vegetation types range from high elevation alpine
meadows to low elevation sonorant deserts.  The forests also hold some of
the older archaeological, cultural and natural wonders of the Southwest.
 The grasslands are fully restored from their “Dust Bowl” days, and
demonstrate correct use of their fragile soils.  The forests and grasslands
of the Southwest helped to define the culture and character of many of the
communities and are woven together with the people and the history of this
region.

The Forest:  The Carson National Forest is one of five national forests in
New Mexico, located in north-central New Mexico, in parts of Taos, Rio
Arriba, and Colfax counties. Some of the finest mountain scenery in the
Southwest is found in the 1.5 million acres covered by the Carson National
Forest. Elevations rise from 6,000 feet to 13,161 feet at Wheeler Peak, the
highest in New Mexico. The forest is administered through six ranger
districts:

Camino Real Ranger District – Peñasco, NM
Questa Ranger District – Questa, NM
Tres Piedras Ranger District – Tres Piedras, NM
El Rito Ranger District – El Rito, NM
Canjilon Ranger District – Canjilon, NM
Jicarilla Ranger District – Bloomfield, NM

Recreation Opportunities:  The Carson National Forest offers unlimited
recreational opportunities in any season. The magnificent mountain scenery
and moderate summer temperatures lure vacationers to enjoy the peace and
quiet, for fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. Winter activities include
downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.

Wilderness:  There are 86,193 acres of wilderness on the Carson NF,
including the Wheeler Peak Wilderness, where the highest peak (13,161’) in
New Mexico is located.

Camping:  There are many established campgrounds available; with drinking
water, toilets and without drinking water. If you want to get away, the
Carson provides opportunities for back-country car and backpack camping.
With few exceptions, visitors can roam the woods at will, wrapped in a
cloak of peace and quiet.

Fish and Wildlife:  Big game animals roam the Carson. They include mule
deer, elk, antelope, black bear, mountain lion, and bighorn sheep. There
are also many species of smaller animals and songbirds. Forest personnel
work closely with the State Game and Fish Department to provide the best
wildlife habitat possible. The Carson has 400 miles of sparkling clean
mountain streams and numerous lakes. Many are stocked with native trout by
the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.

Trails:  There are 330 miles of trails, some maintained by volunteer
groups. Opportunities abound for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking,
and 4-wheel drive exploring. Many summer hiking trails and forest roads
become cross-country ski and snowmobile trails in winter.

Winter Recreation:  Some of the finest alpine downhill skiing in the U.S.
is found at Taos Ski Valley, Red River, and Sipapu ski areas. Enchanted
Forest-Cross Country Ski Area offers cross-country skiing. All are located
within the forest. In addition, Angel Fire Resort is located on nearby
private lands.

For Community Information: For community information, please visit the Taos
County Chamber of Commerce website at: www.taoschamber.com/ or call the
Taos Visitors/Convention Center at 1-575-751-8800. For information about
the Carson National Forest visit: http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/

Housing:  No government housing is available, but there is housing in the
community for rent and purchase.
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