Month: October 2021

U.S. Forest Service Job Openings

Apply today! Join the U.S. Forest Service and be a part of an organization that is committed to caring for the land and serving people.

The Forest Service is hiring students and recent graduates for STEM jobs. Jobs are available in a variety of exciting and rewarding occupations such as engineering, physical sciences, geographic information systems, and land surveying.  

 Interested in working in a STEM job, but don’t have a STEM degree? Certain non-engineering experience, such as work in drafting, architecture, mathematics, and or education in construction, physics, surveying, mathematics may also qualify you for the Engineering Technical Series. See Engineering Technical Series 0802 (opm.gov) for more information on how you may qualify.  

The following positions will be open on www.usajobs.gov Oct. 5-Oct. 18.  

Recent Graduates/Merit  

Engineering Technicians – GS-0802-04/05 (07)  

o        Recent Grads Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616271500

o        Merit Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616375700

Engineering Technicians – GS-0802-05 (09) 

o        Recent Grads Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616271200

o        Merit Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616376000

  Civil Engineers – GS-0810-05/07 (09)   

o        Recent Grads Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616386000

o        Merit Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616319600

 Civil Engineers – GS-0810-09 (11)  

o        Recent Grads Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616388500

o        Merit Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616346800

  GIS Specialists – GS-0101/0401/1301-07 (09)  

o        Recent Grads Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616389400

o        Merit Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616390100

 DEMO  

  Land Surveyors – GS-1373-05/07 (09) 

o        DEMO Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616390400

 

Interns  

 Engineering Interns – GS-0899-03/04/05/07 (09)  

o        Intern Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616371700

  Physical Sciences Interns – GS-1399-03/04/05 (09)  

o        Intern Vacancy Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/616303000

 

Review the job announcement carefully for required information to include in your application. Employment start dates vary. 

The Forest Service is hosting webinars to help you through the application process. Join us and get answers to your questions.  

Note: You may be prompted to download the free Microsoft Teams application. 

·         “Eligibilities & Qualifications” – Tues., Sept. 28, 3-4 p.m. MDT, Microsoft Teams 

·         “Tips for Job Seekers” – Thurs., Sept. 30, 3-4 p.m. MDT, Microsoft Teams 

·         “Navigating USAJOBS” – Tues., Oct. 5, 3-4 p.m. MDT, Microsoft Teams 

·         “Federal Resume Workshop” – Thurs., Oct. 7, 3-4 p.m. MDT, Microsoft Teams 

·         “Eligibilities & Qualifications” – Tues., Oct. 12, 3-4 p.m. MDT, Microsoft Teams 

 These webinar links will also be available for on-demand viewing after each date listed! 

Visit the Forest Service Jobs webpage, fs.usda.gov/fsjobs, to learn more about career opportunities, benefits, hiring events, and resources to help with the application process.  

We look forward to working with you.  

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. 

Civil EIT Land Development Job Opening

Civil EIT Land Development 

JMJ Group is seeking an entry level Civil Engineer with an interest in Land Development for our
Thomasville, GA office. This opportunity is perfect for the applicant looking for career opportunities
outside of major metropolitan areas. An excellent opportunity awaits a humble, hungry, and smart
individual willing to join a small team of dedicated engineers and consultants. The position offers
potential for professional development in a growing, family-like working environment and the
opportunity to apply innovative technology, new planning concepts, and environmental best practices to
help our clients solve their most challenging problems related to real estate, water resources, and
transportation in Florida and Georgia.

Founded in 2010 by Jerry Pionessa Jr. and his father G.J. Pionessa, JMJ Group is a boutique engineering,
consulting and planning firm with two locations, one in historic Thomasville, Georgia and the other in
coastal Jacksonville, Florida. The team is a leader in the Southeast, driven by a desire to reach solutions
that mitigate risk, create value and conserve natural resources. JMJ’s vision and legacy is building a
better future for all communities served, one street at a time.

Job Description
The Civil EIT Land Development works on civil engineering and planning projects creating high-quality
work products and develops broad knowledge and skills associated with residential, commercial and
industrial land development. The position provides limited consultation to clients and applies standard
techniques in research, preparation and delivery of plans, designs, documents and specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Produces designs which may include site planning, horizontal layout, grading, stormwater
collection and management facilities, potable/reuse water systems, gravity sanitary sewer
systems, pump stations, erosion control and maintenance of traffic.
• Produces technical letters/reports such as due diligence packages, stormwater management
reports and hydraulic calculations.
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of all permitting within area of expertise including
local, state and federal agencies.
• Assists with field reviews, certifications and post design services.
• Acquires a general understanding of real estate entitlement processes.
• Learns technical tools, techniques, software, materials and processes to optimize efficiencies
and quality.
• Actively contributes ideas, solicits feedback and inquires about industry knowledge.
• May transport materials including samples, supplies and survey equipment.
• Travels locally to client, consultant, job site, agency and work locations, as needed.

Job Description

Job Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, related field or equivalent relevant work experience is
required.
• Engineer Intern Registration (State of Florida or Georgia).
• 0-3 years of experience in the criteria above.

Additional Information
Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background
screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other
credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer
report. These screenings will be conducted by JMJ Group’s background vendor of choice and will be
conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Seniority Level
Staff
Industry
• Civil Engineering
• Construction
• Land Development
Employment Type
Full-time
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
License/Certification
Engineer Intern (EI)

Georgia A&WMA 2021 Scholarship Program

It’s scholarship time again! The Georgia Chapter of A&WMA is announcing its 2021 Scholarship Program.  This year the Georgia Chapter is planning on at least two $1000 scholarships.  For details concerning this year’s scholarships and how to apply, please see the attached document.  I have also included photos and information on last year’s winners.  You can find additional information about the Georgia Chapter of A&WMA at https://www.gaawma.org.  Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.