OUTREACH
Washington Office Forest Management
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Lab Manager (Geneticist/Biological Scientist)
GS-0440/0401-09 (Permanent, Full-time)
National Forest Genetics Laboratory (NFGEL)
Location/Duty Station: Placerville, CA
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About the Position
The USDA Forest Service Forest Management Staff is filling a permanent, full-time Lab
Manager (Geneticist/Biological Scientist) position with the National Forest Genetics Laboratory
(NFGEL). The NFGEL mission is to link science to management in the area of genetics. The
lab uses molecular genetic markers (protein and DNA) in plant material to provide baseline
genetic information, determine the effect of management on the genetic resource, support genetic
improvement programs, and contribute information in the support of conservation and restoration
programs, especially those involving native and TES (threatened, endangered, and sensitive)
species.
The primary duties of the position are to (1) conduct molecular genetic analyses of plants, (2)
maintain a safe and functioning molecular genetic laboratory, (3) maintain the identity and
proper processing of all samples received, and (4) provide technical guidance and instruction to
laboratory staff.
The position will be located in Placerville, California (El Dorado County) at the Institute of
Forest Genetics in the Apple Hill area. It is being advertised at the GS-9 level and will be filled
based on qualifications and experience of the individual selected.
Placerville is located on Highway 50 about 30 miles east of Sacramento. Highway 50 is a major
trans-Sierra route between the State Capitol at Sacramento and scenic Lake Tahoe. The
community is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas at an approximate elevation of 2500
feet. Placerville is a full service community.
Vacancy Announcement
The vacancy announcement for this position will be posted on the U.S. Government's official
website for employment opportunities at www.usajobs.gov .
Outreach Response
Interested applicants, or those desiring further information, should contact Valerie Hipkins
(NFGEL Director) at 530-622-1609 or email at vhipkins@fs.fed.us.
If you are interested in receiving a copy of the vacancy announcement for this position ... complete
the attached Outreach Notice Response Form and return it to Valerie Hipkins no later than May 6,
2015.
USDA Forest Service
Outreach Notice Response Form
Lab Manager (Geneticist/Biological Scientist)
GS-0440/0401-09
National Forest Genetics Laboratory (NFGEL), Placerville, CA
Forms should be received by May 6, 2015
I am interested in the GS-0440/0401-09 Lab Manager (Geneticist/Biologist) position at
Placerville, CA and would like to be informed of the Vacancy Announcement.
Name: _____________________________________________________
E-mail address: ______________________________________________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________
Telephone Number:
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If a current Federal employee:
Employment agency:
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USDA Forest Service
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Other (indicate which agency)
Type of appointment:
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Permanent
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Current series and grade: _________________________
Current position title: ____________________________
Current location (Region/Forest/District or Station/Lab):
We appreciate your interest in our position. Please fax, email, or mail this form to:
US Forest Service
National Forest Genetics Laboratory
ATTN: Valerie Hipkins
2480 Carson Road
Placerville, CA 95667
530-622-1609 (phone); 530-622-2633 (fax)
email: vhipkins@fs.fed.us