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USAJOBS · 3 hours ago

Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Planner (Project Coordinator)

Annapolis, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$27.39/hr - $43.55/hr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Planner to join the Chesapeake Gateways team. The role involves contributing to the development, evaluation, and coordination of park planning projects and recreation initiatives, including conducting research and preparing planning documents.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Gathers and organizes data related to recreation resources, visitor use, and environmental factors

Performs routine tasks as part of a planning team, contributing to broader projects led by higher-graded planners

Prepares initial drafts of planning materials, correspondence, and reports for review and revision by senior staff

Attend public meetings or hearings to observe and assist, but does not lead discussions or represent the agency independently

Independently manages portions of complex planning efforts, including developing objectives, timelines, and tracking progress

Analyzes land use, demographics, recreation trends, and environmental data to inform planning decisions and recommendations

Writes substantive portions of planning and compliance documents, including environmental assessments and project charters

Maintains working relationships with federal, state, and local agencies, civic groups, and the public to exchange information and gather input

Attends and participates in public meetings, presenting planning information and facilitating discussions on noncontroversial issues

Qualification

Outdoor Recreation PlanningData AnalysisProject ManagementEnvironmental AssessmentPublic EngagementOrganizational AwarenessInfluencing/NegotiatingPlanningEvaluatingWritten Communication

Required

U.S. Citizenship required

Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication

Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program

Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-02/02/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement

Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience

To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience

To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: 1) Ability to deal with people of differing backgrounds and behavioral patterns. 2) Analysis and evaluation of outdoor recreation interests, habits, and needs of diversified groups, and the means for meeting those needs. 3) Evaluation of land or water areas for their recreation and related potential use, such as wildlife reserve. 4) Preparation or review of plans and programs for natural resource utilization and recreation area development. 5) Solution of administrative, intergovernmental, socioeconomic, and other problems involved providing adequate recreation opportunities while preserving, restoring, and enhancing the quality of the outdoor environment. You must include hours per week worked

OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least 1 full year of graduate level education or I have a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. You must include transcripts

OR- Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. For example, 6 months of the specialized experience described in above (50% of the experience requirement), and one-half year (9 semester hours or 14 quarter hours) of directly related graduate level college study in an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education). You must include transcripts

To qualify for this position at the GS-09 grade level, you must possess the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: 1) Ability to deal with people of differing backgrounds and behavioral patterns. 2) Analysis and evaluation of outdoor recreation interests, habits, and needs of diversified groups, and the means for meeting those needs. 3) Evaluation of land or water areas for their recreation and related potential use, such as wildlife reserve. 4) Preparation or review of plans and programs for natural resource utilization and recreation area development. 5) Solution of administrative, intergovernmental, socioeconomic, and other problems involved providing adequate recreation opportunities while preserving, restoring, and enhancing the quality of the outdoor environment. You must include hours per week worked

OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. You must include transcripts

OR- Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. For example: 6 months of specialized experience as described above (50% of experience requirement), and 1.5 years (27 semester hours) of graduate level college study in a directly related field of study as described above (50% of the education requirement). The percentages must total at least 100. You must include transcripts

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience

CTAP/ICTAP: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001)

Education: To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university