Natural Resources Specialist

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Natural Resources Specialist. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.

Sacramento, California

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must meet the Basic Education Qualification Requirements listed below:

• A. Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position;
• B. Combination of education and experience – Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

In addition to meeting the Basic Education, applicants must meet the specialized experience requirement – this information must be clearly supported in the resume.

To qualify at the GS-12 you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-11 level in federal service having demonstrated experience in preparing environmental documents to meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA); evaluating the impact of proposed projects and other activities that may result in potential effects on environmental resources;

and determining, establishing, and applying biological facts, principles, methods, techniques, and procedures to the evaluation of effects on and/or management of environmental resources, or within existing or planned facilities and systems related to water resources management. These examples are not all inclusive.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 01/28/2026.