Job Description: These are Regional positions for 3 Regions of the USDA Forest Service. Please see the Additional Information section for more information on the Duty Locations. Serves as the Tribal Relations Specialist and point of contact for the American Indian Tribes having an interest in the activities relative to the government-to-government trust responsibility. Job Responsibilities: Duties listed are at the full performance level GS-13. Serve as point-of-contact for the WO, other regions, American Indian Groups including Tribal Councils, Tribal Leaders, Native Corporations and officials of other federal agencies. Responsible for the management of interdisciplinary programs involving partnerships with Indian Tribes. Represent the Regional Forester in the government-to-government relations between the Forest Service and the various tribes within the region, including those who have an interest in the activities of the region and its forests. Provide expert advice using the framework of legal, policy, and manual and handbook guidance. Coordinate and provide training with Forest Supervisors and externals on traditional uses of forests, American Indian customs and practices, working with Tribal Governments, and farm bill applications and sacred sites issues. Participate with counterparts in reviewing and drafting national policy, program processes, and design/development of programs to complement cultural differences between the American Indian Tribal Governments and the Forest Service. Plan projects and activities to ensure protection of American Indian rights and tribal rights and concerns. Knowledge of American Indian cultures in order to communicate effectively with leadership as well as individuals of other organizations, dignitaries and elected officials with respect to critical issues facing American Indian tribes. Work with American Indian tribes who have diverse interests, concerns, issues and values that are often specific to individual tribes. Skill in conflict resolution and interest-based negotiation to resolve conflict, negotiate agreements and achieve objectives with respect to tribal entities. Evaluate the content of new or modified legislation (federal/tribal/state) for projected impact upon organizational programs and resources. Job Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify. A valid state drivers license is required. Job Details: Company: U.S. Forest Service Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Portland, OR, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here getyourvacancy.com
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