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Position.      Recreation Technician


Duration.      32 weeks (8 months) starting June 2024

Location.     Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Supervisors Office, 30 S. Chiricahua Dr. Springerville, AZ 85938

*Hiring two individuals for this position* 

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNFs) are some of the most diverse in the Southwestern Region, encompassing about 2.5 million acres including an extensive amount of the Mogollon Rim and the White Mountains. The Forests stretch from Leonard Canyon south of Winslow, Arizona to the New Mexico state line, then south of Springerville, Arizona to Clifton, Arizona. The landscape varies from high desert grasslands to above timberline with ponderosa, aspen, and spruce-fir forests in between. The Forests' elevations range from 3,500 feet on the Clifton Ranger District to over 11,000 feet on the Mount Baldy Wilderness. The ANSFs is home to a large part of the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, rich in beauty and tranquility. Water is a major attraction with 24 lakes and reservoirs and more than 400 miles of rivers and streams - more than can be found in any other southwestern forest. The Forests supply timber, wildlife, grazing and tourism which help support local communities.

Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent will work with the Apache-Sitgreaves NFs Recreation Program Manager and other Recreation personnel on the Forest. They will assist with the full spectrum of responsibilities in a busy recreation program including:

  • Coordinating with local motorized and non-motorized volunteer trail groups,
  • Assisting with volunteer staffing at a Forest Service visitors center,
  • Collecting trail data using ArcGIS mapping software in combination with field data collection using GPS units and mobile applications on tablets,
  • And, reporting data and accomplishments using the Forest Service’s Natural Resource Management databases.

​Public interface and visitor contact will be required. Other duties and work may be assigned depending on the incumbent’s interests.
 

The ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of groups and individually is essential.

Special or Preferred skills:

  • Experience with four-wheel drive vehicles and navigating rough roads is preferred.
  • Experience or skills with computers, databases, and data entry is preferred.
  • Teamwork oriented with clear, direct communication and interpersonal skills. Prior experience working in team setting is preferred.
  • Familiarity with handheld GPS units, smartphone mapping apps, ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online and Collector Applications to update spatial databases.

Minimum Qualifications.

  • Pursuing or holding an Undergraduate degree in Natural Resource Management, Parks & Recreation, Forestry or another environmental/conservation related field; OR strong outdoor and hiking skills with a passion for outdoor recreation.
  • Ability to interact with the public, user groups, community organizations, and agency staff.
  • Ability to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure while demonstrating professionalism, both in demeanor and appearance.
  • Ability to quickly develop positive relationships with a wide range of organizations and individuals interested in public lands management.
  • Applicants must pass a criminal history background check and possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Ages 17 and up

Stipend + Benefits:

  • A biweekly stipend of $1,300 based on a 40-hour workweek
  • Monthly housing stipend up to $1,000 per month
  • Monthly commuting stipend up to $50
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Travel expenses paid to participate in orientation July 15, 2024 – July 19, 2024
  • Funds available to support professional development opportunities that align with role and goals (training, conference, etc.)
  • Direct Hire Authority Eligibility – after completing 960 hours, DHA status provides special non-competitive hiring status when applying for certain federal positions.

Application:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is managing the recruitment for these positions. All applications should be submitted through Hispanic Access' MANO Project application page. A resume and two references will be required for submission. Your application or resume should include professional and educational experience, along with any awards, technical skills or volunteer activities. Application questions or issues may be directed to Anastasia Elvira Hernandez, anastasia@hispanicaccess.org.

Applications for this position are due on Sunday, April 28, 2024 11:59 pm. Interviews are scheduled to take place between May 7 and May 9, 2024.

Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process should contact Hispanic Access Foundation directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

US Forest Service Mission:
To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Hispanic Access Foundation Mission:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that connects Latinos and People of Color to partners and opportunities improving lives and creating an equitable society. Hispanic Access’s vision is that all Hispanics throughout the U.S. enjoy good physical health, a healthy natural environment, a quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their communities with the sum improving the future of America.