JOB SUMMARY: This position is a Biologist, GS- 0401-13 working in Shepherdstown, West Virginia as Sustainability Coordinator for the R9-NCTC-Division of Facility Operations (NCTC). MAJOR DUTIES: As NCTC Sustainability Coordinator, your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Provides information, data, and recommendations from NCTC's operations with respect to conservation innovation and sustainability outreach/in-reach activities across the Service and Department. Maintains a close working relationship with the FWS Programs, including Science Applications, Migratory Birds, Wildland Fire, and other Programs. Utilizes peer networking for engaging conservation partners to assist in the development and delivery of conservation innovation projects hosted and promoted through NCTC for the benefit of the FWS and broader conservation community. Collaborates and coordinates with the FWS Programs to address critical needs and opportunities with regard to conservation and sustainability and ensures NCTC's operational processes are aligned with Service conservation and sustainability goals, policies, plans and programs. Works to identify and apply for funding opportunities to build conservation innovation programs on the NCTC campus, including Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding, coalescing funding from FWS programs to pay for projects showcasing Program science on the NCTC campus, and other collaboration prospects. Researches renewable energy opportunities to support the NCTC campus particularly in the areas of solar and geothermal heating and cooling for new and existing infrastructures. Designs and collaborates with NCTC leadership and the FWS Programs to implement strategies for developing and communicating conservation innovation and resource management capacity building within the Service and with external partners and the public. Coordinates these strategies with NCTC leadership, regional and field staff, and partners to ensure a consistent national approach. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
