OUTREACH NOTICE

FLATHEAD NATIONAL FOREST KALISPELL, MT

GS-0810-07/09: Civil Engineer

The Flathead National Forest is seeking qualified candidates interested in a career as a Civil Engineer. We will soon be filling a permanent full-time appointment with a duty station at the Flathead National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Kalispell, MT. There is always something new and interesting to do in our engineering program. We build roads, put roads in storage, build and repair bridges, install aquatic organism passage structures, install fish barriers, build trail bridges, design and build campgrounds and boat ramps, and much more. You will experience the full spectrum of design and implementation, taking a project from conception to completion.

POSITION DUTIES: This position is located on the Flathead National Forest and serves as a Civil Engineer providing a full range of support to the overall engineering program of work.

Specifically, the incumbent will: • Conduct preliminary surveys and site investigations to obtain baseline and field data on soils, topography, drainage, existing structures and utilities, and feasible layout of proposed roads, facilities or structures in relation to terrain. • Develop project plans, specifications and estimates for contract advertisement, ensure compliance with environmental requirements and determine practicability from a construction standpoint. Projects may include design and construction of roads, bridges, drainage structures, watershed restoration, facility maintenance and other projects. • Serve as an Inspector or Contracting Officer’s Representative and perform inspection of construction operations for compliance with intent of design and specifications; interpret plans and specifications; confer with contractor representatives to resolve differences. • Work closely with other resource area specialists to accomplish project implementation, contract preparation and design.

Interested applicants, or those desiring further information, should contact the Forest Engineer

Name: Jennifer Brady

Phone Number: 406-758-5210 e-mail address: [email protected] Mailing address: 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901

Please respond to this outreach in the Outreach Database or by returning the attached Form.

How to Apply: It is anticipated this position will be advertised soon on the U. S. Government’s official website for employment at www.usajobs.com. When the vacancy is available this outreach notice will be updated with the vacancy number and interested candidates who have responded to this outreach will be informed when the vacancy is posted. Prior to applying you should visit www.usajobs.com and create a profile and follow the simple steps to create your online resume. When applying for jobs, applicants should read the entire job opportunity announcement, and pay close attention to the How to Apply section. Make a checklist to ensure all required documents are attached with your resume when applying for a job. USAJOBS has the capability to store your attachments with your USAJOBS Profile; however, you need to confirm that your documents are attached along with your resume at the time you apply for a job. Some of the forms that you need are in your electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), accessible via ConnectHR. (External applicants or non-Forest Service applicants will not have access to their eOPF via ConnectHR.) Once you have attached your documents, it is a good practice to double check they upload correctly.

OUTREACH RESPONSE FORM

Position Title: Civil Engineer Series/Grade: GS-0810-07/09 Location: Kalispell, MT

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Current Appointment: Permanent Temporary Term Not Current Employee If you are NOT a current permanent (career or career conditional) employee, are you eligible to be hired under any of the following authorities? Reinstatement Person With Disabilities Disabled Veteran with 30% Compensable Disability Former Peace Corps Volunteer Veteran’s Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 Demonstration Project (external Other recruitment from the general public)

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Please send this completed form and a recent resume’ to:

[email protected] by November 5, 2020

Thank you for your interest in our vacancy!

Flathead National Forest Information

The Forest: The Flathead includes 2,400,000 acres in the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem. The spectacular glacial mountains feature majestic peaks, lush forests, snowfields, lakes, and alpine terrain. Waters of the Forest flow from numerous mountain streams into the Swan, Stillwater, and Three Forks of the Flathead River downstream into Flathead Lake - largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. World-class wild lands include the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, three nationally designated Wild & Scenic Rivers, and the adjacent Glacier National Park. The Forest supports a full component of wildlife species in diverse, functioning ecosystems.

Rivers and Lakes: Clear glacially fed streams offer a mix of white-water and quiet water in rocky and forested canyons with outstanding mountain views and provide habitat for native Bull Trout and Westslope Cutthroat Trout. Although road access is nearby, floaters on the river often have a sense of solitude. Crystal clear mountain lakes have scenic backdrops offering solitude and places for social interaction.

The Bob Marshall Wilderness: It is part of the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, the largest contiguous wilderness in the lower 48 and includes wild segments of Wild and Scenic Rivers. This area is habitat for grizzly bears, wolves, and large elk herds. Craggy peaks along the Continental Divide and its vastness make this a remote and challenging Wilderness. Turn of the century Forest Service heritage is represented in the Wilderness Historic District.

Quiet Trails: Alpine lakes are nestled in steep, dense forest, with miles of hiking trails.

Backcountry: Less developed trails along North Fork, Swan Front, and Hungry Horse Reservoir offer spectacular scenery and views, and a sense of remoteness.

Downhill Skiing: Whitefish Mountain Resort and Blacktail Mountain Ski Area are winter wonderlands offering world class experiences and spectacular views of Glacier National Park.

Swan Mosaic: Grizzly bear travel corridors link the bear populations in the Mission Mountains Wilderness and Swan Ranges. Scenic vistas of these ranges are seen from the Swan Highway, a major travel corridor between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, and part of the Northern Continental Divide Scenic Loop.

KALISPELL AND THE FLATHEAD VALLEY

About the Community: Columbia Falls, Bigfork, Lakeside, Somers, and Whitefish are all communities that are within commuting distance to the duty station in Kalispell. EDUCATION Public Schools: Elementary – 32 High schools - 5 Flathead Valley Community College Private schools: elementary - 16 Middle Schools – 2 High Schools - 2 DAY CARE- 9 day care centers MEDICAL FACILITIES- 2 hospitals and 8 nursing homes, several retirement and assisted living facilities. CHURCHES- Many churches, both denominational and non-denominational TRANSPORTATION- 5 Commercial Airlines - (Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, and United) provide service to Glacier Park International Airport connecting through hubs in Seattle, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Denver and Las Vegas. Direct seasonal flights with the various carriers are also available to Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, San Francisco, Oakland, Atlanta, Phoenix, Portland and Chicago. Amtrak (daily service both east/west bound in Whitefish) HOUSING- Housing prices are considered high in Flathead Valley, similar to Missoula and Bozeman. The September 2020 Zillow Home Value Index lists the median home value in Flathead County as $370,207. COMMUNITY / AREA AMENITIES Public Libraries – 6 Bus Services – County-wide Health Clubs - 8 Live Theater - 2 summer playhouses, 2 year-round live theaters Movie theaters/complexes - 4 State, County, City Parks, Sports Park - Multiple Art Galleries – More than you can count Craft Breweries and Local Distilleries – Even more Ski Areas (alpine) - 2 Symphonies/Orchestras – 1 each Museums - 8 Golf Courses - 12 Glacier National Park – the one and only Flathead Lake, (largest freshwater natural lake west of the Great Lakes)

For more information about area amenities please visit www.kalispellchamber.com or call the Flathead Convention and Visitor Bureau at 1-800-543-3105.