Outreach
Amador Ranger District,
Eldorado National Forest
GS-0460-05/07/09 Forester
Pathways/Merit in
Pioneer, CA
The Eldorado National Forest is planning to fill a permanent, full-time Forester located on the
January
13, 2014being outreached and flown as
Amador Ranger District inPlease
Pioneer,Respond
CA. Thisby
is for
one position
a Pathways, Recent Graduate and also a Merit position.
The purpose of this Outreach Notice is to determine the potential applicant pool for this position
and to establish the appropriate recruitment method, e.g. merit and Pathways; use of special hiring
authorities such as veteran hiring authorities and persons with disabilities authorities; and area of
consideration for the advertisement.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete the Outreach Contact Form below and
return it to Wytosha S Coney at wytoshasconey@fs.fed.us by
About The Position
Utilizing on-the-ground inventory of sample plots and stands, maps, aerial photography, and
computer reports, the forester develops and recommends unit timber plans to implement the
approved timber sale program.
Reviews and appraises the timber resource to determine the area's capacity to meet allowable
cut/public demand.
The employee is responsible for the oversight of site preparation, seeding, planting, stocking
surveys, release, pre-commercial thinning, animal control, pruning and fertilization
The employee is responsible for the oversight of site preparation, seeding, planting, stocking
surveys, release, pre-commercial thinning, animal control, pruning and fertilization
Coordinates information to ensure integration of the timber management plans with other resources
and activities and with the approved land management plans.
Prepares or participates in the preparation of draft environmental impact statements or
environmental analysis reports.
Prepares and assembles the timber sales contract package.
Timber Sales Administration:
Conducts joint review of logging plans with the operator to ensure understanding of contract
requirements.
Budget Planning:
Determines financial needs of the resource program and prepares recommendations for equipment,
material and personnel needs; documents work progress and accountability of the timber resource
program. Assists in budget planning for District or zone programs.
Supervisory Requirements:
Performs supervisory duties 20% or less of the time.
If you have further questions about the position please contact the Amador District Timber
Management Officer, Robert Broderick at 209-295-5922, or by email at rbroderick@fs.fed.us.
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About the Forest
The Eldorado National Forest is widely regarded as a
desirable place to work. Elevations range from 2000 ft. in
the foothills to more than 10,000 along the Sierra Crest. A
Mediterranean climate extends over most of the Forest,
with warm, dry summers, and cold, wet winters. Average
precipitation ranges from 40 to 70 inches, occurring
mainly from October to April. There is significant
snowfall above 3000 feet elevation.
The Eldorado N.F. and surrounding communities offer a wide variety of recreation activities.
There are lakes, reservoirs, several cross-country and downhill ski areas, two unique wilderness
areas, over 40 developed campgrounds, several resort areas, golf courses, and outstanding local
wineries and fruit orchards. Opportunities abound for water skiing, white water sports (Class II to
Class V), mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing, hunting and hiking. Local community theatres
offer stage plays and a variety of musical entertainment. In close proximity to the forest are the
communities of South Lake Tahoe and Sacramento, which offer additional recreational and
cultural activities.
Community Information
The community of Pioneer is located on Highway 88 which is a trans-Sierra route between the
Sacramento/Stockton and the Lake Tahoe/Minden areas. Sacramento is approximately 1 ½ hour
drive, Folsom approximately 1 hour and the smaller but full service community of Jackson a 20
minute drive from Pioneer. The community of Pioneer is located in the foothills of the Sierra
Nevada at an elevation of approximately 3,000 feet. Pioneer, Pine Grove and Volcano are small
communities but do provide basic necessities including groceries, restaurants, banks, doctors,
dentists, Post Offices, churches, and schools, etc. Additional community information can be found
at http://www.amadorcountychamber.com/
Climate
The Eldorado ranges in elevation from 2,000 ft. in the foothills to more than 10,000 along the
Sierra Crest. A Mediterranean climate extends over most of the Forest, with warm, dry summers
and cold, wet winters. Average precipitation ranges from 40 to 70 inches, occurring mainly from
October to April. There is significant snowfall at the higher elevations.
Education
There are several Elementary Schools within the Pioneer and Pine Grove Communities. Middle
and High Schools are located in Jackson, Ione, and Sutter Creek.
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Housing
Housing, although expensive, is available in the local communities. Rentals generally range from
$800-$1500 per month. Purchase prices for a 2 or 3 bedroom house ranges start around $200,000.
Land and or lots are available as well.
Health Care
Sutter Amador Hospital, located in Jackson, is the closest well equipped medical center. There are
local doctors’ and dentists’ offices in the communities of Pioneer and Pine Grove.
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OPTIONAL -- OUTREACH RESPONSE FORM
Pacific Southwest Region, USDA Forest Service
Eldorado National Forest
GS-0460-05/07/09
Forester
Duty Location: Pioneer, CA
If you are interested in position, please let us know by returning the reply form no
later than March 15, 2015. Send your notice to:
Wytosha S. Coney, Acting Forest Civil Rights Officer
Phone: (530) 621-5203
Email: wytoshasconey@fs.fed.us
NAME: ____________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS_________________
MAILING ADDRESS: __________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER: _____________________________________
AGENCY EMPLOYED WITH: USFS ____
BLM ____ OTHER ____
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT IF CURRENT GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE:
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_____ VRA _____ PWD _____ OTHER
CURRENT REGION/FOREST/DISTRICT (IF APPLICABLE):_______________________
CURRENT SERIES AND GRADE (IF APPLICABLE______________________________
CURRENT POSITION TITLE: ____________________________________________
How did you hear about this position? Organization Name_____________________
Agency Contact____________________ Other_____________________________
IF NOT A CURRENT PERMANENT (CAREER OR CAREER CONDITIONAL)
EMPLOYEE, ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO BE HIRED UNDER ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
SPECIAL AUTHORITIES:
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PERSON WITH DISABILITIES
VETERANS RECRUITMENT ACT
DISABLED VETERANS W/30% COMPENSABLE DISABILITY
VETERANS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ACT OF 1998
FORMER PEACE CORPS VOLUNTEER
PATHWAYS PROGRAM
OTHER ________________________________________________
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