Bridger-teton national forest

The Bridger-Teton National Forest has extended its outreach notice for two vacant positions in the South Zone Recreation Team as follows:

GS-9 PFT Wilderness Management Specialist (Wilderness/Trails)

GS-9 PFT Recreation Management Specialist (Developed/Dispersed Rec)

BRIDGER-TETON NATIONAL FOREST

The 3.4 million acre Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF) is an integral portion of the Greater Yellowstone

Area Ecosystem, which includes Yellowstone National Park. The BTNF consists of varied terrain ranging from sagebrush flats to rugged mountain peaks. With Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks on its northwestern border, the BTNF includes portions of the Wind River, Wyoming, Salt River, and Gros Ventre mountain ranges. The Continental Divide serves as the eastern boundary of the Forest and contains Gannett peak, which is the tallest peak in Wyoming at 13,804 feet.
The BTNF includes headwaters of three nationally significant rivers (Yellowstone, Snake and Green). Tributaries to these rivers are considered exceptional in trout habitat and home to native strains of cutthroat trout. Over three hundred miles of the Snake River is designated as a Wild, Scenic, or Recreational River. Some of the largest and most diverse populations of mammals in North America exist here, including elk, mule deer, and moose. This ecosystem also includes all of the major carnivores, an indication of its ecological completeness. The BTNF includes undisturbed habitat for threatened and endangered species including the grizzly bear.
Recreation opportunities and scenic quality are internationally renowned. The BTNF attracts over 3.6 million visitors each year. Three wilderness areas cover over 1.3 million acres; the Bridger, the Teton and the Gros Ventre totaling more than one-third of the BTNF acreage, and containing major migration routes for wildlife. The Forest also offers some of the nation’s best opportunities for winter sports. Three ski resorts, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Snow King, and White Pine are located on the Forest. The backcountry landscape contains a multitude of cross-country ski trails and miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Summer recreation contains a trail system of some 3,000 miles and a network of scenic roads stretching more than 2,500 miles. The Forest also offers unique features such as the scenic and challenging Snake River Canyon, where more than 150 thousand visitors float through its whitewater each year; the Gros Ventre Slide, one of the largest natural landslides in the country; Periodic Springs on Swift Creek near Afton, which is one of the few cold water geysers in the world; Fremont Lake, the second largest lake in the State of Wyoming, and seventh deepest natural lake in the U.S.; Kendall Warm Springs known as the only home for the Kendall Warm Springs Dace; and Gannett Peak (elev. 13,804) the highest point in Wyoming.

POSITION INFORMATION:

There are six Ranger Districts on the Bridger-Teton National Forest, split into two recreation zones. The South Zone consists of the Kemmerer, Big Piney, and Pinedale districts. The North Zone consists of the Greys River, Jackson, and Blackrock districts. All three vacant positions are located in, and serve the South Zone Recreation Team. The GS-301-9 Wilderness/Trails position will be located in Pinedale, Wyoming. The GS-9 Developed/Dispersed Recreation position and GS-7 Trails Specialist position may be located in Kemmerer, Big Piney, or Pinedale, Wyoming.

GS-9 Wilderness/Trails Specialist
This position is permanent full-time, and is responsible for planning and executing on-going operations and new projects in support of the South Zone Recreation Team’s Wilderness, Trails, and Outfitter-Guide special use programs. Primary duties include:

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  Management of the entire 428,169 acre Bridger Wilderness, approximately 30,000 acres of the Gros Ventre Wilderness, and Shoal Creek Wilderness Study Area. This position also works closely with the Shoshone National Forest regarding coordinated management of the Fitzpatrick and Popo Agie Wilderness Areas, with the Pinedale BLM office regarding coordinated management of the Scab Creek Wilderness Study Area, and with the Jackson Ranger District regarding shared management of the Gros Ventre Wilderness.
  
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  Management of approximately 650 miles of summer trails inside Wilderness and Wilderness Study Areas, and approximately 150 miles of winter trails located outside Wilderness.
  
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  Special Use Permit administration for approximately 45 outfitter-guide permits, as well as research permits conducted inside Wilderness or WSA’s.
  
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  May supervise one permanent GS-462-7 18/8 Trails Technician and approximately 12 temporary Wilderness Rangers and volunteers.
  
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  Serves as Wilderness and Trails NEPA specialist and Forest Protection Officer
  
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  Serves as Bridger Wilderness Data Steward and lead Wilderness/Trails specialist for the South Zone Recreation Team.
  
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  Assists with equine stock management and packing and serves as LNT Master.
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed: Strong communication and team skills; experience in Wilderness, Trails, and Outfitter-guide program management, supervision, equine packing, minimum tool analysis, Leave No Trace, and Forest Protection Officer experience.

GS-9 Developed/Dispersed Recreation Specialist
This position is permanent full-time, and is responsible for planning and executing on-going operations and new projects in support of the South Zone Recreation Team’s developed and dispersed recreation and recreation special uses programs. Primary duties include:

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  Management of up to 15 developed campgrounds, 5 boat launch sites, winter and summer trailheads, and several minor interpretive sites within the South Zone districts, coordinated with the North Zone Districts.
  
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  Management of dispersed recreation, including travel management and compliance with food storage requirements.
  
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  Special Use Permit administration, including 3 resorts, 1 organization camp, 86 recreation residences, several rental cabins, group use and event permits.
  
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  May supervise one permanent full-time GS-462-07 Recreation Technician, and up to 35 temporary employees and volunteers during the summer months.
  
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  Serves as Developed & Dispersed Recreation NEPA specialist and Forest Protection Officer.
  
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  Serves as lead in maintaining INFRA Developed Recreation data bases for the South Zone Recreation Team.
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed: Strong communication and team skills; experience in Developed and Dispersed program management, recreation special use permit administration, supervision, small public water system operations, travel management, and Forest Protection Officer experience.

SOUTH ZONE RECREATION DISTRICT INFORMATION
Kemmerer Ranger District

The Kemmerer Ranger District offers approximately 284,000 acres of dispersed winter and summer recreation on the southeastern side of the Wyoming Range, and shares boundaries with the Big Piney Ranger District to the north and Greys River District to the west. Kemmerer RD manages approximately 230 miles of open motorized routes, 3 campgrounds, 3 rental cabins, and 390 miles of recreation trails. This portion of the Wyoming Range is minimally developed, offering outstanding opportunities for solitude in a very wild, dispersed setting. Recreation opportunities include camping, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, OHV use, and snowmobiling.

Big Piney Ranger District

The Big Piney Ranger District offers approximately 443,000 acres of dispersed recreation on the northeastern side of the Wyoming Range, and shares boundaries with the Kemmerer District to the south, Greys River District to the west, and Jackson and Pinedale districts to the north. The Big Piney District manages approximately 255 miles of open motorized routes, 2 campgrounds, 2 rental cabins, and approximately 350 miles of trails, including a large portion of the Wyoming National Recreation Trail. The Shoal Creek WSA and a small portion of the Gros Ventre Wilderness are located on the Big Piney District. The Wyoming Range is well known for its diverse landscape and outstanding recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, OHV use, and snowmobiling.

Pinedale Ranger District

The Pinedale Ranger District is approximately 830,000 acres in size and includes the world-renowned Bridger Wilderness, located in the Wind River Mountain Range of the Continental Divide. There are over 2,300 lakes and ponds located within the Bridger Wilderness and seven large lakes along the Wind River Front located outside Wilderness on the District, including the 12-mile long Fremont Lake, one of the deepest natural lakes in the country. The Pinedale District manages 11 developed campgrounds and 9 primary trailheads accessing the Bridger and Gros Ventre Wilderness Areas. There are approximately 550 miles of open motorized routes, and over 600 miles of horse/hiker trails (including 140 miles of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail), approximately 30 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and 150 miles of groomed snowmobile trails on the Pinedale District. A small downhill ski area is also located on the District approximately 12 miles north of Pinedale. The Pinedale District is known for its outstanding backpacking, horseback riding, climbing, camping, boating, hunting, fishing, OHV, skiing and snowmobiling opportunities.

For a complete description of the Bridger-Teton National Forest and Districts, go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/btnf/

COMMUNITY INFORMATION

KEMMERER COMMUNITY:

The town of Kemmerer is a small western Wyoming community located in Lincoln County, approximately 160 miles southwest of Jackson and 86 miles east of Rock Springs, Wyoming. Kemmerer was incorporated 1889 by coal mining partners. The entire South Lincoln County area was active in coal mining due to the construction of the Oregon Short Line Railroad that still runs from the Union Pacific mainline along I-80 to the Oregon shores. Mine properties are still in operation today in this area. Many historic buildings are located in Kemmerer, including the 2^nd JC Penney store, operated since 1929. The historic J. C. Penney family home is open for tours to the public during the summer.
Amenities: Kemmerer is a full service community with several banks, gas stations, churches, and restaurants, as well as a senior citizen center, day care facilities, and numerous local organizations.
Elevation & Climate: Kemmerer is located at 6,927 feet and has average temperatures between 14 F. (January) and 70 F. (July).
Medical Services: The South Lincoln Hospital District meets both community and regional needs with a 16 bed acute care Hospital. The emergency department provides 24 hour emergency service. Both out-patient and surgical in-patient care are offered. The hospital also has an on-site staffed medical clinic. A nursing home is adjacent to the hospital that provides care for the elderly, handicapped and rehab patients with 24 beds.
Accommodations: Kemmerer has two motels and is located approximately 50 miles from Evanston, WY, 80 miles from Rock Springs, WY, and 130 miles from Salt Lake City, UT.
Housing/Rentals: Government housing is generally not available for seasonal employees and volunteers. Private rentals range in price from $450 for one-bedroom apartments to $2000 per month for furnished 4-bedroom houses.
Entertainment & Recreation: The Kemmerer Community Recreation Center offers year round fitness and a variety of recreational opportunities. The center houses racquetball courts, an indoor climbing wall, a basketball court, indoor track, weight room, whirlpool, sauna and steam room and several pieces of exercise equipment. The indoor pool located at the high school has specific hours set aside for lap swimming & open swimming. During the summer months an outdoor pool is located in Archie Neil Park with swimming lessons offered for all ages.
The Kemmerer area offers an abundance of fishing, hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, and snowmobiling, as well as a challenging nine-hole golf course near the Hams Fork River. The Kemmerer area also has four private quarries where you can dig your own fossils, and is the home of Fossil Butte National Monument, an 8,198 acre natural area that was established in 1972. Many historic cut-off trails for the Oregon, Mormon and California Trails are also located in this area.
Public Schools: Kemmerer's school system consists of one high school, one middle school, and one elementary school, each with approximately 200 students.

For more information on the Kemmerer community see www.kemmerer.org

BIG PINEY & MARBLETON COMMUNITIES:

Big Piney lies in Sublette County, approximately 90 miles southeast of Jackson, WY and approximately 100 miles north of Rock Springs, WY. Big Piney is the oldest settlement in Sublette County, Wyoming and was named by Dan B. Budd for the Piney Creeks. It was founded in 1879 by rancher Daniel B. Budd, who brought a thousand head of cattle from Nevada hoping to ship them at Point of Rocks, but got caught instead in severe winter in the Green River Valley. Most Wyoming towns are few and far between, but Big Piney and Marbleton are only one mile apart. They have separate post offices and town governments, and share common schools and amenities.
Amenities: Big Piney is a full-service town which includes a bank, and grocery store, several churches, a senior citizen center, day care facilities, several restaurants, and numerous local organizations.
Elevation & Climate: Big Piney is located at 6,798 feet in elevation. Sometimes known as the "Ice Box of the Nation," Big Piney has one of the coldest climates among inhabited locations in the Lower 48 states. Big Piney experiences a semi-arid climate with long, cold, dry winters and short, warm summers. Because of the high elevation and aridity, large diurnal temperature differences are a regular feature of Big Piney's climate. Precipitation is very low and somewhat heavily concentrated in the warmer months. Summer (July through August) highs are generally in the 80's with cool nights, making for a very short growing season. Fall (September & October) generally reach highs of 60 degrees, with occasional snow storms during these two months. Winter temperatures can reach as low as -30 degrees, and as high as 35 degrees.
Medical Services: The Big Piney community is served by a 24-hour on-call medical clinic in town, staffed by M.D.'s and Physician's Assistants. There are two dentists and chiropractors in the county. The nearest full-service hospital is approximately 90 miles northwest in Jackson, Wyoming.
Accommodations: Big Piney contains one motel and is located 36 miles from Pinedale, which contains a variety of additional motels.
Housing/Rentals: Government housing is generally available for seasonal employees and volunteers. Private rentals range in price from $450 for one-bedroom apartments to $2000 per month for furnished 4-bedroom houses.
Public Schools: Despite being small, both the Big Piney and Pinedale school districts have exceptional schools with impressive programs to offer students, despite a county population of approximately 10,000 people. The toil & gas industry has significantly contributed to the quality of the school facilities available to students in this area. Both school districts have public swimming schools in their high school complexes. Each has a separate elementary, middle and high school. Both districts offer many sports activities, impressive school libraries, computer/technology classes, as well as a wide variety of courses for students to choose from. Class sizes are small, typically under 20 students per teacher, allowing personalized attention and quality instruction. Both districts also enjoy a high degree of parental involvement and business community support (volunteer time and financial support) for school functions
Public Transportation: Big Piney is a remote area with no public transportation service and no commercial flights serving the Big Piney area. Commercial flights are available in Jackson, WY (90 miles north), Salt Lake City (200 miles southwest), and Rock Springs, WY (100 miles south).
Entertainment & Recreation: Big Piney has an excellent County library providing computers, internet connection, a wide variety of books and magazines, and an excellent collection of DVD’s available to be checked out. There is also a community workout facility and recreation center that can be used 24 hours a day with specific pass purchase. There is also a new movie theater and bowling alley to provide additional in town, recreation opportunities.

For more information on the Big Piney community see www.bigpiney.com

PINEDALE COMMUNITY
The Town of Pinedale lies within Sublette County, approximately 80 miles southeast of Jackson, WY and 100 miles north of Rock Springs, WY. Pinedale is located at the base of the Wind River Mountain Range, which boasts 14 peaks above 12,000 feet in elevation and contains Gannett Peak, the highest peak in Wyoming. Pinedale was established in 1878 by cattlemen and retains a well-kept western/mountain-man theme today. Pinedale serves as the county seat for Sublette County, and claims to be the only county seat in the lower 48 states to lack a single traffic light.
Amenities: Pinedale is a small full-service town with one large grocery store, several hardware and auto parts stores, several automobile mechanic shops, outdoor shops, four gas stations, four chain motels, a senior citizen center, day care facilities and many tourist shops and restaurants. Several banks and credit unions serve the town and there are at least nine churches located in Pinedale.
Elevation & Climate: Pinedale is located at 7,175 feet in elevation. Summer (July through August) highs are in the 80's with cool nights, making for a very short growing season. Fall (September & October) generally reach highs of 60 degrees, with occasional snow storms during these two months. Access for much of the Pinedale Ranger District diminishes with snowfall usually accumulating in late November, with winter usually arriving in full force in December. During the winter months (December-April) snow generally remains on the ground on the entire district, offering excellent opportunities for winter recreation. Although Pinedale’s dry climate makes the cold less noticeable than in wetter areas, December-February can be very cold at night (-25 to -30) with highs often not reaching over 20 degrees during the day. Daily temperature changes of 50 degrees are common throughout the year in the Pinedale area, which makes outdoor gardening a challenge.
Medical Services: The community is served by a 24-hour on-call medical clinic in Pinedale, staffed by M.D.'s and Physician's Assistants. Big Piney, the nearest full-service community, also has M.D’s and a clinic. There are two dentists and chiropractors in the county. The nearest hospital is 90 miles northwest in Jackson, Wyoming.
Accommodations: The Town of Pinedale depends largely on tourism, offering a variety of motels, including four chain motels, log cabins, and several Bed & Breakfast operations. There are four

resorts located on the Pinedale District and several more located off Forest near Pinedale.

Housing/Rentals: Government housing is generally available for seasonal employees and volunteers. Private rentals range in price from $450 for one-bedroom apartments to $2000 per month for furnished 4-bedroom houses. Updated prices can be found on Pinedale Online’s website.
Public Schools: Despite being small, both the Pinedale and Big Piney school districts have exceptional schools with impressive programs to offer students, despite a county population of approximately 10,000 people. The toil & gas industry has significantly contributed to the quality of the school facilities available to students in this area. Both school districts have public swimming schools in their high school complexes. Each has a separate elementary, middle and high school. Both districts offer many sports activities, impressive school libraries, computer/technology classes, as well as a wide variety of courses for students to choose from. Class sizes are small, typically under 20 students per teacher, allowing personalized attention and quality instruction. Both districts also enjoy a high degree of parental involvement and business community support (volunteer time and financial support) for school functions
Public Transportation: Pinedale is a remote area with no public transportation services. There are several private shuttle services which provides prearranged vehicle transportation. There are no commercial flights serving the Pinedale area. Commercial flights are available in Jackson, WY (90 miles north), Salt Lake City (250 miles southwest), Idaho Falls, ID (165 miles northwest), and Rock Springs, WY (110 miles south).
Entertainment & Recreation: Pinedale has outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities year-round, as well as an excellent County library with computers, internet connection, and a wide variety of books, magazines, and DVD’s. The Pinedale Aquatic Center (PAC) and Proactive Rehabilitation offer recreation facilities and exercise programs for nominal fees. PAC offers an indoor swimming pool, ¼ mile indoor track, aerobic classes, youth events and team sports year-round. A nine-hole golf course is located in Pinedale, and the Museum of the Mountain Man provides programs for the public. An entertainment center with a movie theater and small bowling alley are located in nearby Big Piney. Located 15 minutes from Pinedale, the White Pine Ski Area operates a small downhill ski area with 12+ ski runs and no waiting line for chair lift service. Groomed snowmobile and cross-country ski trails are also available near town.

For more information on the Pinedale community contact Pinedale Online at: http://www.pinedaleonline.com

*Advanced Education Opportunities: Western Wyoming Community College offers outreach programs in all three communities, with a focus on professional enhancement, growth opportunities, vocational/technical education and transfer education. Degree programs through the University of Wyoming and Utah State University can be obtained through the local outreach program.

RESPONSE TO OUTREACH: Interested applicants are requested to complete the attached Voluntary Outreach Response Form by April 25, 2016 and/or address questions to:

Cindy Stein, Natural Resource Manager - South Zone Recreation Team

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Application Process: We anticipate posting these positions on USAJobs in the near future at www.usajobs.gov. Once posted in USAJobs, interested applicants must follow the instructions and submit their application and all supporting documents required as outlined in the posted vacancy announcement by the closing date.
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Bridger-Teton National Forest - South Zone Recreation Team

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  GS-301-9 Recreation Management Specialist (Wilderness/Trails)
  
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