USDA – Forest Service – Northern Region – R1

Nez Perce – Clearwater National Forests

Central Zone – Lochsa Ranger District, Moose Creek Powell Ranger District(s)– Timber

Duty Station: Kooskia, ID

Forestry Tech. (Timber Sale Preparation) GS-0462-6/7 PFT

Outreach Period XXXthrough XXX, 2015

MAJOR DUTIES: Primary duties consist of timber sale contract preparation including logging systems and transportation analysis, economic feasibility, sale layout, timber marking and cruising. Timber cruising responsibilities include determining type and intensity of timber cruise and estimating quantity/quality of commercial timber. Must be proficient with Global Positioning System (GPS), map, or aerial photograph methods for acreage determination and be familiar with ArcGIS computer software. The selected individual shall be able to write reports describing timber sale, resource, topographic features, and compliance of timber marking with guidelines. Other expected duties include multifunctional work, as assigned, in other areas of resource management such as wildlife, recreation, visuals, resource planning, and fire management.

Daily work activities are performed in a forest environment over steep, uneven, and rocky terrain, covered with thick and tangled vegetation. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry in the summer to very cold and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, and/or dusty conditions are commonly encountered. Field work may require frequent arduous hiking or snowshoeing, and certified operation of chainsaws, ATV’s, snowmobiles and 4x4 vehicles. Individual will be required to perform qualified fire suppression activities as assigned.

Specific program duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Identifies natural resource constraints affecting implementation of proposed projects.
  • Interprets and analyses field data, compiles reports for interdisciplinary team review.
  • Participates as a NEPA IDT member for timber resources.
  • Prepares general logging plans; verifies transportation system requirements and location of logging roads.
  • Determines unit boundaries in accordance with NEPA and/or regulatory standards and guidelines.
  • Generates detailed logging system maps, timber sale appraisals and reports.
  • Prepares contract packages utilizing approved provisions and specifications for CO review and award.
  • Utilizes corporate databases, such as TIMS/FACTS for contract preparation and accomplishment reporting.

DUTY STATION: The duty station will be in Kooskia, Idin the Lochsa Ranger District office. Chamber of Commerce websites can be found on the world-wide web via Google or other web browsers.

The Central Zone is made up of approximately 1.8 million acres in size and encompasses all of the Forest System lands and consists of three Ranger Districts Lochsa, Moose Creek and Powell. The terrain is extremely steep, rugged, heavily timbered, and remote. The Central Zone encompasses roughly 820,000 acres of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness

KOOSKIA LIVING AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES: The headquarters of the Lochsa Ranger District is located in Kooskia, Idaho. Known for its excellent outdoor recreational opportunities, Kooskia is situated in a beautiful valley at the confluence of the South Fork and the Middle Fork of the Clearwater River and is within a half-hour drive of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Outdoor recreation, lumber production, farming and cattle ranching are the major industries.

POPULATION/ELEVATION/CLIMATE: There are 750 people living in Kooskia. It is definitely small-town living, with 1 grocery store, 2 gas stations, 3 resturants, a bank and an auto parts store being the main businesses. Kamiah, which is seven miles downstream along the Clearwater River, has a population of 1,500, excluding several significant housing developments near town. Kooskia's elevation is 1260 feet, and Kamiah's is 1200 feet. The average precipitation is 23 inches, coming mostly in the form of rain in the valley and snow on the surrounding hills. The climate is mild, with the average summer temperature at 71 degrees and the average winter temperature 33 degrees. The frost-free gardening season extends from around May 15 until October 15.

HOUSING: The housing market has plenty to offer although rentals are limited. Rental rates for an average three-bedroom home range from $350 to $650 per month. Purchase price for a three-bedroom home ranges from $85,000 to $250,000 or more. Employees commute from Kamiah - seven miles; Orofino - 30 miles, and Grangeville - 25 miles. Area population centers are Lewiston - 70 miles away; Moscow, 110 miles away; Missoula, Montana - 150 miles away and Spokane, Washington - 190 miles away.

SCHOOLS/CHURCHES: Schools are available in the Kooskia/Kamiah area for preschool through 12th grades. A small Christian school for 1st grade through 8th grade is located in Kamiah. Child care is generally available in the area. The University of Idaho at Moscow is a two-hour drive from Kooskia, and Washington State University at Pullman, Washington is 15 miles beyond that. Lewis-Clark State College at Lewiston is approximately a one and one-half hour drive. Most major religious affiliations are represented in the Kooskia/Kamiah area.

MEDICAL: A small medical clinic is located in Kooskia with additional Physicians, dentists and another medical clinic available in Kamiah. A Nez Perce Indian health clinic is located in Kamiah. Ambulance service is available in both Kooskia and Kamiah. Small hospitals are located within approximately 45 minutes--at Grangeville, Cottonwood and Orofino. Full service medical facilities are located in Lewiston, Spokane and Missoula.

RECREATION: There are two parks in Kooskia and two in Kamiah, and both communities have lighted tennis courts. Adult volleyball, basketball and softball teams are formed in the communities. There is an outdoor community swimming pool in Kamiah.

The Middle Fork Clearwater Wild and Scenic River system, which includes the Lochsa and Selway tributaries, begins at Kooskia. Excellent hunting and fishing, back-packing, hiking, horseback riding, white-water rafting and skiing are among the many outdoor recreational activities enjoyed in the area. The nearby Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness encompasses one and one-quarter million acres. U.S. Highway 12 and Idaho State Highway 13 junction at Kooskia and have been designated as State Scenic Routes.

A small downhill ski slope and cross-country ski trails are located near Grangeville. A larger ski area is located at McCall, Idaho, which is about a two-hour drive from Kooskia.

Annual events that highlight the Kooskia/Kamiah area are: Clearwater Valley Rodeo Association and Central Idaho Rodeo Association Rodeos, Valley Singers Concerts (Easter, 4th of July and Christmas), a 4th of July fireworks display, Kooskia Days, Nez Perce Indian Rally, Elk Bugling and Mule Packing Contest, Kamiah Barbeque Days, Kamiah Dinner Theater and Kamiah Swim Team Crab Feed. Kooskia boosts an Opera House where numerous dramas and entertainers perform.

Outreach Notice Response Form

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Central Zone

kooskia, Idaho

Title, Series, and Grade of Position: Forestry Tech. (Sale Preparation) GS-0462-6/7 pft

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Return this form to:

LochsaRanger District

502 Lowry Street

Kooskia, Idaho 83539

Attention: Amy Powers (Larson), Forester

Email To:

DISTRICT CONTACT(S): Amy Powers (Larson) at , (208) 926-6431 or Tam White (Zone TMA) at , (208) 926-6416