Tribal Relations Program Officer for USDA in D.C.

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ob Title:Tribal Relations Program Officer

Department:Department Of Agriculture

Agency:Departmental Administration

Sub Agency:Departmental Management

Job Announcement Number:ES-2012-0003

SALARY RANGE:	$123,758.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:	Wednesday, January 04, 2012 to Thursday, February 02, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:	GS-0301-15
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full-time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 15
DUTY LOCATIONS:	1 vacancy(s) - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:	Applications will be accepted from all United States citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:

The United States Department of Agriculture's overarching mission is to provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues based on sound public policy, the best available science, and efficient management. With USDA you'll have the flexibility and freedom to explore a world of possibilities through a wealth of exciting and challenging career opportunities. By joining USDA, you can hone your career skills while helping to secure the U.S. future and make a real difference in the lives of Americans and people around the world.

The Immediate Office of the Secretary is seeking a motivated and highly-qualified candidate for an exciting full-time permanent position located in the Office of Tribal Relations (OTR) located in Washinton, D.C.

The mission of the OTR is to serve as a single point of contact for consultation with American Indian, Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiian Governments to ensure strong partnerships that preserve and respect Tribal sovereignty and result in high quality service for farmers, ranchers, Tribal governments, consumers, and other constituents.