AG-9702-S-10-0209_SOW--25 Jan 10.doc

AG-9702-S-10-0209

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

TEMPORARY STAFFING SERVICES

AT

SHASTA-TRINITY NATIONAL FOREST

25 JAN 10

Working Title: Accountant

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position must have thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures including those established by Government Accountability Office, Office of Management and Budget, Department of Treasury and the Forest Service in order to design, modify, administer, or analyze accounting systems or programs. Workers must have the ability to write reports and develop staff papers that accurately reflect findings and recommendations regarding fiscal and accounting operations. Workers must have the ability to deal tactfully and convincingly with staff members from outside offices regarding the coordination of policies and procedures. Professional knowledge of the theory, principles, concepts, and practices of accounting is required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2007 or similar software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access is required.

Statement of Work:

Workers performing in this position will be required to review and enter data from a variety of sources into forms, reports and schedules. Workers will analyze payment and disbursement data and prepare corrections to the accounting system based on analysis of valid and invalid transactions. Workers will also analyze expenditures versus commitments to identify and assist in the resolution of problems inherent in the management of resources and the accuracy and completeness of contractor financial accounting and report the status to Forest staff. Workers will monitor expenditures and cash management practices for consistency, accuracy, and adequacy of accounting practices and provides input and recommendations to management for financial reports developed in order to deal with problems and discrepancies in disbursement activities. They will assist in formulating and interpreting plans, guidelines, and directives pertaining to control and determine variances between new and existing requirements. Established techniques will be used to plan and conduct specialized portions of studies to determine the need for financial information.

Work Environment:

This position will be located in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. The Government will provide an adequate working environment that will include an individual office space (cubicle), basic office supplies, a work computer with Microsoft Office 2007 and software required to perform job specific duties, Lotus Notes and a telephone.

Working Title: Accounting Technician

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position are expected to have knowledge and understanding of established and standardized bookkeeping and accounting procedures and techniques sufficient to handle duties such as classifying accounting transactions and maintaining or reconciling accounts and accounting records in an accounting system or segment of an accounting system. Workers must have knowledge of contract terminology relating to financial transactions in order to keep account balances accurate and up to date. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2007 or similar software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access are required.

Statement of Work:

Workers performing in this position will be required to perform routine tasks such as verifying codes and other information and reconciling account balances. Workers will review postings to accounts in the applicable accounting system to ensure all entries balance and are valid and will utilizes documents and computer output products to ensure daily, mid-month, and end-of-month financial updates have occurred. Workers will verify, balance, and reconcile supporting documentation fields with listings and interrelated reports so that balances are in agreement with the reconciliation period. Workers will research records, reports, and/or schedules to identify discrepancies among accounts and make the necessary adjustments. Workers will recognize and reconcile discrepancies and refer to the supervisor for resolution.

Work Environment:

This position will be located in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. The Government will provide an adequate working environment that will include an individual office space (cubicle), basic office supplies, a work computer with Microsoft Office 2007 and software required to perform job specific duties, Lotus Notes and a telephone.

Working Title: Back-Country Animal Packer

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position must have knowledge of custom cargo-packing methods and techniques, such as producing loads of near equal weight and the balancing of side packs on animals. Advanced knowledge of techniques for securing cargo onto pack animals including: knowledge of tack and other equipment used in packing and riding operations; skill in configuring size, weight, and material requirements; the ability to determine weight control points for larger equipment and cargo and the ability to produce support bracing to block or prevent shifting and breakage are required. The ability to maintain accurate inventories, work orders, and logs is essential. Skill in riding, handling and caring for pack animals such as horses and mules and the ability to lead pack animals to reach a desired destination without injury to the animals or cargo is required.

Statement of Work:

Workers performing in this position will perform specialized animal packing duties, such as packing, securing, and transporting sensitive cargo into back-country wilderness areas by strings of horses and mules. Workers will pack, load, and transport the full range of cargo, such as bulky equipment, food stuffs, water, salt, hand tools, long timber, pipe, lookout or camp stoves, long lengths of heavy cable, furniture and other items. The individual may be required to lead pack animals over rugged mountainous terrain to reach a desired destination, choosing the best route to arrive without injury to the pack animals or cargo. Workers will be required to maintain pack equipment in good repair and make repairs as needed to animal packing equipment, such as ropes, halters, pack and riding saddles, cargo boxes, harnesses, pig-tails, and bridles. This position requires providing the full variety of needs in the handling and care of stock which includes the normal functions of grooming, i.e. shoeing, feeding and watering, and in addition cares for the medical needs of assigned stock which involves the "doctoring" of sick and injured animals for such things as bruises, cuts, sores and/or any other medical needs.

Work Environment:

The work is performed in a forest environment where the terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with thick and tangled vegetation and poison oak. Precautions may be necessary. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry to cool and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. Work requires the use of safety equipment such as boots, gloves, goggles, and hardhats. This position will be located in a primitive, forest setting which may require that workers reside and work in a basic camping environment for a period of 4 to 5 or more days at a time. The Government will provide basic equipment for this position including hard hats and safety goggles. Outdoor camping equipment such as sleeping bags and tents will be available for use. This would include a back pack, a small, individual tent and basic paper or nylon sleeping bag; however, workers may provide their own gear if desired.

Working Title: Back-Country Cook

Knowledge Required:

Workers in this position are expected to have basic knowledge of food preparation principles in an outdoor, sometimes primitive environment and a practical understanding of the physical changes that occur during the processing and cooking of food. Workers will be required to have working knowledge of the planning process involved in cooking an entire meal including the different preparation methods for various food items, the necessary time for cooking these different items, and how to schedule and coordinate their preparation to produce a properly cooked meal on time. Additionally, workers must have the ability to evaluate a variety of raw and cooked food items to decide if they are fresh and whether cooked foods are done by items to decide if they are fresh and whether cooked foods are done by their appearance, consistency, texture, and temperature. Workers must have working knowledge of special and modified diets, and of the cooking techniques to use in following the adjusted recipes as well as knowledge of the principles of food spoilage, food-borne illness, and food safety.

Statement of work:

Workers in this position will perform a wide variety of food processing and cooking tasks to prepare regular and special diet meals in a primitive camping environment. Workers will review food handling and sanitation requirements following Forest Service directives in order to ensure that proper procedures are followed in handling and storing food items. Workers will also ensure that leftovers and perishable items are covered in accordance with proper sanitation preservation requirements and packages and containers are accurately dated. Workers will be required to ensure that food is stored at the correct temperatures to prevent bacteria growth, cook food in large quantities, adjust standardized recipes for the number of servings required, calculate amounts of food needed and adjusts recipes for appropriate quantity and manage a food budget.

Work Environment:

The work is performed in a forest environment where the terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with thick and tangled vegetation. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry to cool and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. This position will be located in a primitive forest setting which may require that workers reside and work in a basic camping environment for a period of 4 to 5 or more days at a time. The Government will provide all required cooking utensils and equipment.

Working Title: Back-Country Support (Wilderness and Trails)

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position will be require knowledge of the processes, methods, and procedures associated with entry level wilderness and trails crew duties combined with a basic grasp of technical concerns to perform the full range of standardized forestry wilderness and trails support duties. Workers must have knowledge of trail system operation and maintenance techniques and may schedule daily activities and provide input for trail program management. The duties require the ability to perform independently or with a team.

Statement of Work:

Workers performing in this position will be in a back-country crew support role. They may independently perform the full range of standardized wilderness and trails program support duties, ensuring that wilderness campsites, or trails are maintained in accordance with established standards. Duties include constructing and rehabilitating minor wilderness areas and trails and identifying trail problems. Workers may be required to work with pack animals including horses, mules, and donkeys that will be used to bring in supplies.

Work Environment:

The work is performed in a forest environment where the terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with thick and tangled vegetation. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry to cool and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. Work requires the use of safety equipment such as boots, gloves, goggles, and hardhats. This position will be located in a primitive, forest setting which may require that workers reside and work in a basic camping environment for a period of 4 to 5 or more days at a time. The Government will provide basic equipment for this position including hard hats and safety goggles. Outdoor camping equipment such as sleeping bags and tents will be available for use. This would include a back pack, a small, individual tent and basic paper or nylon sleeping bag; however, workers may provide their own gear if desired.

Working Title: Back-Country Trails Crew Liaison

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position are required to have knowledge of the technical methods and procedures relating to trail maintenance and construction. They must be able to demonstrate safe operation of motorized trail construction equipment such as chain saws, and primitive tools such as pulaskis and cross-cut saws to accomplish work in back-country locations. They must have experience in operating a bobcat, chipper, or other similar equipment. They must also have the ability to plan, organize, and carry out day-to-day operations and maintenance tasks for trail construction and maintenance projects. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2007 or similar software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access are required. Experience with pack animals is desirable.

Statement of Work:

Workers performing in this position will work closely with forest staff and report inspection activities and progress in trail maintenance to ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with Forest Service specifications and standards. This may involve trail treat maintenance or construction, brushing and water bars, constructing and installing bulletin boards, installing road signs, installing road closures, installing gates, etc. This work may also require the operation of a bobcat, chipper, or other similar equipment.

Workers may be required to perform trail maintenance and reconstruction work under a variety of conditions which may involve primitive tent camping for extended periods of time. This will require the organization and establishment of low-impact base camps and the coordination with Forest staff for the logistical needs of work crews associated with trail maintenance and reconstruction projects. Provides technical expertise in packing of tools and supplies and in development of primitive skills needed to construct and maintain trails.

Work Environment:

The work is performed in a forest environment where the terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with thick and tangled vegetation. Temperatures may range from very hot and dry to cool and extremely wet. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. Work requires the use of safety equipment such as boots, gloves, goggles, and hardhats. This position may or may not be located in a primitive, forest setting which may require that workers reside and work in a basic camping environment for a period of 4 to 5 days at a time. Outdoor camping equipment such as sleeping bags and tents will be available for use. This would include a back pack, a small, individual tent and basic paper or nylon sleeping bag. The Government will provide basic safety equipment including hard hats and safety goggles; however, workers may provide their own gear if desired. The Government will provide a mobile phone and transportation for workers performing in this position. Crew Liaisons will be required to meet all requirements in order to obtain a government driver’s license.

Working Title: GIS Mapping Specialist

Knowledge Required:

Workers performing in this position must have knowledge and experience in developing maps that reflect technical data (e.g. vegetation types, classification stratums, stand boundaries, etc.). The ability to locate worksites and vegetative conditions using applications such as Google Earth is required. Working knowledge of GIS and Oracle databases and Microsoft Office Suite 2007 or similar software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access are required.

Statement of Work:

Workers in this position will be required to plan and carry out routine mapping assignments in drafting new and revised map manuscripts using established standards, compilation guides, and production guides. This will require the use of computer graphic and mapping software and hardware including, but not limited to geographic information systems (GIS), Oracle database, computer-aided drafting and design systems (CADD), global positioning systems (GPS), electronic publishing systems, electronic plotting and scanning equipment, or conventional drafting methods. Final products include forest visitor maps, forest plan maps, travel maps, forest pocket guides, technical data maps that reflect forest attributes (e.g. vegetation types, vegetative classification stratums, forest stand boundaries, etc.),and other special map products.

Work Environment:

This position will be located in an office environment with adequate light and ventilation. Occasional field visits may be required. The Government will provide an adequate working environment that will include an individual office space (cubicle), basic office supplies, a work computer with Microsoft Office 2007 and software required to perform job specific duties, Lotus Notes and a telephone.