JOB SUMMARY: The position Outdoor Recreation Planner, GS-0023-09 located at Congaree National Park in Hopkins NC. This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. MAJOR DUTIES: Duties my include but are not limited to the following: Serves as a planning team member on multidisciplinary teams of professionals responsible for a variety of park planning projects and studies. Assists with project management planning phases by helping to develop project objectives, milestones, and timelines. Maintains relationships between the park unit and state, local, and other federal agencies as well as various civic groups, environmental organizations, commercial development organizations and interested individuals. Drafts press releases in coordination with the public information office and prepares other information for public distribution regarding the planning process. Answers routine correspondence related to assigned planning projects. Gathers, analyzes, and interprets information and statistical data for inclusion in larger reports or plans. Contributes to project agreements and project charters for review and approval by supervisor or project manager. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.