Deadline: Tue, 10/04/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: State and Private Forestry, Washington Office US Forest Service Job Field: Policy/Administrative Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: District of Columbia Location Detail: The position is remote eligible. However, if the selected applicant is located in the DC metro area, they will telework eligible, rather than remote. Job Description: The Assistant Director will directly supervise five employees: four education program specialists and one Symbols Manager in addition to 2-5 interns, volunteers, and resource assistants. The position requires strong leadership, interpersonal, communication (oral and written), teamwork, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. The position manages the daily work of a highly skilled and motivated team and works with staffs across the agency related to analysis and execution of related programs. The incumbent is responsible for managing a program budget of approximately $1.7 million, tracking program performance, reviewing accomplishments, preparing reports, responding to inquiries, and leading team meetings and work sessions. Qualifications: Evaluation Criteria: Please respond to the following questions limiting your response to no more than 1 page per question: 1. What interests you about this job? What challenges/opportunities are you looking for in the position? 2. How has your experience prepared you for serving as Assistant Director of Conservation Education? How to Apply: For more information regarding the position, please contact Heidi McAllister, Acting Director, Conservation Education, at Heidi.mcallister@usda.gov; 202-205-1781.
