College of Agriculture & Natural Resources



Outreach

The Hiawatha and Ottawa National Forests are announcing an upcoming vacancy for a GS 1373-11/12 Land Surveyor position. This is a permanent appointment with a full-time tour of duty. The position is located at the Hiawatha National Forest Supervisors Office in Gladstone, Michigan.

This position is responsible for the program development and administration of a multi-forest survey zone’s cadastral, land line location, land line maintenance, geodetic, rights-of-way, Congressionally Designated Area boundaries, Small Tracts Act Surveys, and lands status records. Other responsibilities include providing the Forests with technical and professional expertise in all aspects of survey technology, information systems, methods & procedures, and implementation of the Automated Lands Program (ALP)>

Anyone interested in further information should complete the Outreach Response Form on the last page of this Outreach announcement.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

This position provides program direction for the Forest Lands Survey Program on multiple Forest’s, including providing necessary support for related recreation, timber, engineering, lands and other resource staff programs. This includes the following key activities:

• Accomplishing the Forest’s Land Line Location target.

• Serving as the Forests’ expert on survey matters, including defining the scope of survey projects, writing instructions and specifications, directing work of survey technicians and contractors, reviewing and approving legal plats, descriptions, and reports that require Land Survey certifications, and recommending solutions to land disputes.

• Providing outside agency coordination and cooperation on property boundary matters.

• Defending Forest Service interests and/or acts as an expert witness in land survey and real property rights matters in Federal Court.

• Serving as Chairperson of the Technical Review Board for survey contracts and as technical member of the negotiation team; Serving as Contracting Officer’s Representative on survey projects, inspects for compliance, and recommends approval of payment; defending FS actions on contract appeals.

• Maintaining the Forests’ Spatial Information database.

• Developing and providing Forest training in spatial data acquisition, property corner and line maintenance and protection, and the use of new technologies in satellite positioning, photogrammetry, and remote sensing.

NOTE: A Michigan State Land Surveyor registration will be required within one year of selection.

Duty Station

Supervisors Office, Gladstone Michigan:

The Hiawatha Supervisor Office employees moved into a newly constructed leased building in January 2012. This office sits on the Bay de Noc of Lake Michigan.

The Hiawatha National Forest lies in the central and eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Approximately 1 million acres fall within the Forest boundary

Hiawatha National Forest’s uniqueness stems largely from its proximity to three Great Lakes. The Great Lakes affect its weather, recreation opportunities, scenery, historic sites, and hydrology and ecosystem diversity. The Forest’s recreation niche, “Your Great Lakes National Forest” captures some of this uniqueness by focusing on the Forest’s “Great Lakeshores” (Lakes Superior, Michigan and Huron), “Great Lighthouses” (Point Iroquois, North Light, East Channel Light, Christmas Range Light, Peninsula Point and Round Island Lighthouse); “Great Islands” (Grand Island, Round Island, and St. Vitals Island); and “Great Snow” (referring to the hundreds of inches of snow that fall each winter

Hiawatha National Forest is divided geographically into two units. Munising Ranger District is part of the Forest’s West Unit, which also includes the Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District. The West Unit includes shoreline on Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. The Forest’s East Unit includes the St. Ignace and Sault Ste. Marie Ranger Districts, including a work station located in Raco. The East Unit includes shoreline on Lakes Superior, Michigan and Huron.

Community Information

• Gladstone:

• Gladstone (population 5,000) is located 5 miles north of Escanaba (population 14,000). Commuters and shoppers travel between the two communities. Gladstone offers schools, parks, trails, recreation, a summer concert series, a harbor, and other amenities.

• Houses for sale fluctuate based on the local market. A number of houses in the Delta County area are available from $80,000 on up. Generally, there are few houses for rent and apartments in the commuting area range from $325 per month and up.

• Delta County Airport serves the city with daily flights to larger airports. Major transportation routes in Escanaba include US Highway 2, US Highway 41, and M-35. Escanaba. Delta Area Transit Authority operates a bus system throughout Delta County.

• Eight public school districts and two private schools operate in Delta County. For more information on K-12 schools, click here. Post-secondary educational institutions include Bay de Noc Community College, located in Escanaba and Northern Michigan University, and located about 65 miles away in Marquette, MI.

• Cultural opportunities in Escanaba include the William Bonifas Fine Art Center, the Waterfront Art Festival, Escanaba City Band, Players de Noc, and Bay de Noc Choral Society, and many smaller arts organizations, art galleries, and musical performing groups.

Delta County Delta County is located in the central Upper Peninsula and lies on the shore of Lake Michigan. The county prides itself in having more fresh water shoreline than any other county in the nation. The county includes of a mix of private and public lands including Escanaba State Forest and Hiawatha National Forest.

If you’re looking for outdoor recreation opportunities, Delta County has much to offer. Residents enjoy a wide range of outdoor pursuits including sea kayaking, canoeing, camping, mountain biking, hiking, trail running, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowshoeing and more. Recreation oriented groups include the Bays de Noc Great Lakes The City of Escanaba Recreation Department offers a variety of recreational activities and leagues, and the Delta YMCA offers a variety of recreational activities and classes promoting family wellness.

Surrounding Area

Marquette (population 19,700) is the Upper Peninsula’s largest city. Located on Lake Superior about 6o miles north of Gladstone, it is a handy location in which to find additional options including medical services, shopping, art, culture, entertainment, restaurants and more. Marquette is home to Northern Michigan University and Marquette General Hospital, numerous clinics, several malls and large chain stores, a food coop, theaters, and a YMCA.

Escanaba is located about 5 miles south of Gladstone and has a population of 14,000. It is the third largest city in the Upper Peninsula and is the county seat of Delta County. There are many restaurants, shopping amenities, churches, etc. located in and around Escanaba. It is the home to Bay de Noc Community College and St. Francis Hospital.

Websites For more Information about Gladstone and the surrounding area visit the following the websites:

City of Escanaba

City of Gladstone

Delta County

Delta County Chamber of Commerce

Bays de Noc Convention & Visitors Bureau

Contacts

For more information about this opportunity, feel free to contact us!

Hiawatha Public Services Team Leader:

Clare Mendelsohn, 906-428-5844

Ottawa Assistant Forest Supervisor:

Randy Charles, 906-932-1330 ext. 332

OUTREACH RESPONSE FORM

*** Reply requested prior to May 6, 2014 ***

Land Surveyor GS-1373-11/12

If you are interested in this position and plan on applying, for our information please complete this form and fax, email, or mail to:

Clare Mendelsohn, Public Services Team Leader, Hiawatha National Forest

clarermendelsohn@fs.fed.us

906-428-5844

906-428-9030 (fax)

820 Rains Drive

Gladstone, MI 49736 )

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HIAWATHA and Ottawa National Forests’ OUTREACH

Land Surveyor

GS-1373-11/12

Gladstone, Michigan

April 7, 2014

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Grand Island’s soaring cliffs, sand beaches and lighthouses are among the Forest’s signature features.

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Miners Castle is one of the most famous landmarks in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, which draws over 500,000 visitors per year.

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Bay College, a community college, is located in Escanaba. Bay provides a range of online and classroom learning opportunities including AA, AS, and AAS degrees and certificates.

Northern Michigan University is located in Marquette, a vibrant, progressive community with outstanding educational, entertainment and recreation opportunities. .

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Point Iroquois Lighthouse offers visitors a wonderful opportunity to explore the Upper Peninsula’s Great Lakes maritime history. The facility is located on the Forest’s east unit near Brimley.

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