Trail Volunteer Coordinator

Trail Volunteer Coordinator
Duties
This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service.

The National Park Service retains the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment, based on changes to the regulation governing the number of years term appointments may last. This change, which may be made at the agency's sole discretion and without further competition, shall not be construed or interpreted as the granting of a right to a selectee or employee to such an extension. No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation, unless such regulation expressly allows such action.

Major duties for these positions are as follows:
Manages the volunteer field work on the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail: plans, develops, implements, and evaluates the park-wide volunteer program including the assessment of needs, recruitment, onboarding, training, monitoring, safety, and overall program evaluation.
Proactively works to recruit trail volunteers and trail group leaders.
Works with Trail Program Coordinator to determine which trail projects are viable for volunteer support. Identifies equipment and supplies needed for trail rehabilitation projects.
Organizes, schedules, and oversees volunteer trail projects such as vegetation management, trail tread repair, repainting and installation of trail signs, trail marking, and trail bridge and boardwalk repairs.
Documents volunteer trail projects through field notes and photographs. Inspects work performed to ensure its in keeping with NPS policies and management practices.
Open & closing dates
12/02/2024 to 12/09/2024
Salary
$59,966 - $77,955 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS