JOB SUMMARY: This position is designated as SES, General. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level I with a salary range of $186,855 - $198,537 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards. Visit http://www.opm.gov/ses/ for additional information and benefits for SES employees. MAJOR DUTIES: Develops and recommends NRCS technological policies, guidelines, and procedures in the ecological sciences for conservation planning and program implementation. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.