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SUBPART A – AUTHORIZATION

428.0  National NRCS Volunteer Services - Earth Team

A.  Section 1526 of the Food and Agriculture Act of 1981 (Public Law 97-98) authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to establish programs to use volunteers in carrying out programs of, or supported by, the Department.

B.  Service under this program must be without compensation from NRCS and may not be used to displace any employee of the Department.  Individuals providing voluntary service under this Act are not Federal employees, except for the purpose of Chapter 81 of Title 5, United States Code (relating to Workers’ Compensation), and Sections 2671 through 2680 of Title 28, United States Code (relating to tort claims).

C.  According to USDA Departmental Regulation 4230-1 (dated June 1997), individual volunteers under the Earth Team program must be 14 years of age or older.  Supervisors must adhere to appropriate Federal, State, or local laws and standards regarding the employment of minors.  Where there is a conflict, the most stringent of these should be applied.  Volunteers can be enrolled as Earth Team Volunteers by using Optional Form 301A, Volunteer Services Agreement for Natural Resources Agencies.

428.1  Student Volunteers

A.  The Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 (Public Law 95-454, Section 301) authorized Federal Departments and agencies to accept student volunteer service.

B.  Students may receive course credit from their school.  The school and NRCS must enter into a written agreement that outlines the conditions or limitations of the student’s volunteer assignment.  (See exhibits 428.94 and 428.95)

428.2  Authorization to Travel and Operate Government Vehicles

A.  Volunteers may be authorized to perform official travel and be reimbursed accordingly.

B.  Normal travel expenses are payable to volunteers by NRCS, as would be necessary for any non-Government traveler to conduct official NRCS business when approved through the GovTrip System as an invitational traveler.

C.  Volunteers may be authorized by their supervisors to operate Government-owned or leased vehicles on official business, providing the following requirements are met:

(1)  The volunteer has written authorization;

(2)  The volunteer has a valid driver’s license;

(3)  The volunteer has no indications of health problems which would impair his or her ability to drive;

(4)  There is no evidence that the volunteer has a driving record which indicates he or she is an unsafe driver; and

(5)  When operating a Government-owned or leased vehicle, the volunteer has in his or her possession, at all times, a document identifying them as a volunteer.  An Earth Team Volunteer ID card or USDA Government ID may be used for this purpose.  The USDA Government ID must be clearly marked “volunteer,” indicating that the holder is not an “Official Government Employee.”

428.3  Authorization for Payment of Incidental Expenses and Promotional Items

A.  Public Law 97-98 provides authority to pay for volunteer promotional items and incidental expenses, such as transportation, telephone, parking, meals, and child care for volunteers, when such volunteers are engaged in work of the NRCS.

B.  Payments for incidental expenses are at the discretion of the State Conservationist/Area Director or other allowance holder. 

C.  No incidental expenses may be paid to volunteers until Optional Form 301A, Volunteer Services Agreement for Natural Resources Agencies, is completed and signed by both the volunteer and the NRCS representative.

D.  Volunteers receive no salary from NRCS, but may be reimbursed for incidental expenses that include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1)  Local transportation to and from the workplace (i.e., taxicab, subway, bus, or privately owned vehicle).  NOTE:  Privately-owned vehicles will be reimbursed at the rate most advantageous to the Government.

(2)  Parking, ferry, bridge, road, and tunnel fees.

(3)  Necessary meals and incidental expenses of the volunteer may be authorized while on official duty through either an individual negotiated fixed-rate method or an actual expense method.  The negotiated fixed-rate or actual expense method shall not exceed the maximum allowed under Federal Travel Regulations for meals and incidental expenses (M&IE).  Under the negotiated fixed-rate method, a rate is negotiated for each volunteer or group, depending on the expected or experienced cost of meals and other expenses.  Do not construe a negotiated fixed-rate to be a flat-rate or stipend.  A negotiated fixed-rate for any volunteer may only be used when arrived at through the individual negotiation process.  Do not automatically apply it to any other volunteer, or use it in lieu of the required individual negotiation process that considers each volunteer’s own personal needs, individual schedule, and all other factors that determine what NRCS will cover and to what extent.  If the negotiated fixed-rate method is used, record the negotiated rates in the brief description of work to be performed section of Optional Form 301A,  For example, “meals-limited to $10.00 per day” or “parking limited to $7.00 per day,” etc.

(4)  Protective equipment, clothing, and supplies are provided in accordance with NRCS policy. All items remain the property of NRCS.

(5)  Temporary duty travel costs in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.

428.4  Authorization to Provide Space for Volunteers

An appropriate amount of space may be leased for use by volunteers.  Space requirements for volunteers should be comparable to those of the Federal employees in the duty station.

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SUBPART B – PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES

428.10  National Volunteer Coordinator

The National Volunteer Coordinator will:

(1)  Coordinate National Earth Team activities;

(2)  Report to Division Director of responsibility;

(3)  Prepare National Earth Team budget;

(4)  Represent the Earth Team and network with other agencies and organizations to promote NRCS;

(5)  Respond to Earth Team technical questions;

(6)  Prepare and submit mid-year and annual volunteer reports;

(7)  Manage National Volunteer Awards Programs;

(8)  Provide liaison and training to States;

(9)  Plan bi-annual National Volunteer Coordinators’ Conference;

(10)  Plan and implement bi-annual State and Area Volunteer Coordinators’ Training Conference   to be held in each region (West, Central, and East);

(11)  Develop and implement Earth Team business plans;

(12)  Supervise Volunteer Liaison; and

(13)  Explain national volunteer service policy and reporting procedures.

428.11  Volunteer Liaison

The Volunteer Liaison will:

(1)  Provide volunteer management training/assistance to State Volunteer Coordinators;

(2)  Coordinate networking among State Volunteer Coordinators;

(3)  Develop and distribute materials for regional and national use;

(4)  Explain national volunteer service policy and reporting procedures;

(5)  Provide staff assistance to National Volunteer Coordinator;

(6)  Coordinate National Volunteer Awards Program and promote recognition of volunteers and staff working with volunteers; and

(7)  Assist National Volunteer Coordinator with Earth Team direction.

428.12  State Volunteer Coordinators

Each State Conservationist will select a Volunteer Coordinator, who will serve for a minimum of 3 years.  State Volunteer Coordinators will:

(1)  Coordinate Earth Team activities and assist coordinators for other NRCS entities where offices are located within State boundary;

(2)  Coordinate State volunteer activities with the Volunteer Liaison and/or National Volunteer Coordinator, as appropriate;

(3)  Prepare recommendations to the State Conservationist for Earth Team activities;

(4)  Prepare records to the State Conservationist (e.g., business plans, budget requests, etc.) for Earth Team activities as necessary for all offices within State boundary;

(5)  Maintain and submit necessary reports relating to Earth Team activities to the National Volunteer Coordinator for all offices;

(6)  Recommend and implement volunteer and volunteer supervisor training; and

(7)  Coordinate State volunteer recognition program and promote national recognition program.

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SUBPART C – ELIGIBILITY EARTH TEAM VOLUNTEERS – EARTH TEAM

428.20  Age Limitations

A.  An NRCS Earth Team volunteer, whether as an individual or as a member of a group, must be 14 years of age or older.  (There are no exceptions to Departmental Regulation 4320-1 dated June 1997.)  

B.  Supervisors must adhere to appropriate Federal, State, or local laws and standards regarding employment of minors.

428.21  Citizenship

A.  Volunteers must be citizens of the United States or citizens of allied countries.  The International Programs Division provides leadership in coordinating all matters with foreign countries.  All requests from foreign visitors desiring to be Earth Team Volunteers must complete NRCS-PER-002, Volunteer Interest and Placement Summary form.  The completed form must be forwarded to the International Programs Division, where each request will be reviewed to determine if it is appropriate for NRCS to accept the application.  The International Programs Division will work with the National Volunteer Coordinator and others as specialized programs are developed and tailored to the needs, abilities, and desires of the visitor and the Agency. 

B.  Once approval has been received from the International Programs Division, enrollment requirements are the same for citizens and non-citizens.  Good judgment and discretion should be used as to the kinds of duties assigned.

428.22  NRCS or Other Government Employees and District Officials Serving as Volunteers

NRCS or other Federal, State, or local government employees, Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) board members, and Conservation District officials may serve as volunteers.  Their activities must always be clearly voluntary and beyond the scope of what they were hired, elected, or appointed to do.  Service under this program must be without compensation and may not be used to displace an employee of the Department. 

428.23  Family Members or Other Relatives of NRCS Employees Serving as     Volunteers

Family members or other relatives of NRCS employees are eligible to serve as volunteers.  Good judgment and discretion should be used when placing these individuals to avoid a conflict of interest or perception of a conflict of interest.

428.24  Equal Opportunity

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status.  (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)  Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD).

428.25  Hosted Volunteers

Hosted Volunteers may serve as Earth Team Volunteers.  A hosted Volunteer is defined as any volunteer who receives pay from a source other than NRCS.  Examples of this type of service include, but are not limited to:  Green Thumb, welfare-to-work type programs, and job training programs.

428.26  Permitted Volunteer Services

A.  Volunteers are permitted to perform a wide range of activities to carry out programs of, or supported by, the Department of Agriculture.  While serving as a NRCS Volunteer, each individual is subject to the same responsibilities and guidelines for conduct to which Federal employees are expected to adhere.  Supervisors should use good judgment and discretion regarding the types of duties assigned to volunteers.  Care should be taken not to expose volunteers to safety or health hazards.  Volunteers are permitted to perform any activity/duty that a NRCS employee would perform, provided that adequate time and staff are available.  Once a volunteer assignment has been made, NRCS assumes all responsibility for the volunteer, including Workers’ Compensation and Tort Claims Act coverage.

B.  Acceptable activities include, but are not limited to:

(1)  Environmental/conservation education including outdoor classrooms;

(2)  Water quality testing or monitoring;

(3)  Planting of vegetative material;

(4)  Marketing, promotion, and information;

(5)  Tours and demonstrations;

(6)  Technology transfer;

(7)  Administrative/management functions;

(8)  RC&D and conservation district projects/activities that carry out programs of, or in support of, USDA; and

(9)  Other activities in support of the NRCS mission.

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SUBPART D – VOLUNTEER STATUS

428.30  Workers’ Compensation Program and Tort Claims Act

A.  Persons providing voluntary service to NRCS as an Earth Team Volunteer are not considered Federal employees, except for the purposes of:

(1)  Workers’ Compensation Program, under Chapter 81 of Title 5 of the United States Code for injuries sustained during the performance of authorized work assignments.  Refer to the Federal Personnel Manual, Chapter 810, Injury Compensation, for additional information and references.

(2)  Tort Claims Act, under Section 2671 through 2680 of Title 28 of the United States Code for protection from personal liability for common law torts committed within the scope of work assignments.  Refer to Departmental Regulation 2510-1, “Claims Against the United States,” for additional information and references.

B.  Volunteers are provided Federal Coverage under the Tort Claims Act while operating a government-owned or leased vehicle for official purposes.  If the volunteer is operating his or her private vehicle and is receiving compensation for mileage from NRCS, claims for injury or death of third parties or damage to their property are the responsibility of the volunteer and/or the individual’s personal insurance carrier, since mileage reimbursement includes the cost of collision and liability insurance.  The Department of Justice determines on a case-by-case basis if a volunteer will be provided legal defense services as provided for by the Act.

C.  For all of the above, adequate timekeeping records must be maintained.  Volunteer supervisors must ensure volunteers are adequately trained for work assignments and supervision and guidance are provided, as necessary, for a safe work environment.

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SUBPART E – DOCUMENTATION AND FORMS

428.40  Volunteer Case File

A.  A case file is required for each volunteer.  The case file is established and maintained at the appropriate administrative level as determined by each State and will be destroyed 3 years after termination.

(1)  The volunteer case file will be transferred to an Official Personnel Folder (OPF) only in the event that a volunteer is seeking coverage under either the Workers’ Compensation Program or Tort Claims Act.  Volunteer OPFs will be forwarded to the Federal Records Center upon termination.

(2)  The purpose of the case file is to ensure coverage under either the Workers’ Compensation Program or Tort Claims Act.  Refer to General Manual, Title 360, Part 428, Subpart D, Section 428.30.  The case file also serves as documentation of service for prospective employers.

B.  Include the following completed documents in the case file:

(1)  Optional Form 301A, Volunteer Services Agreement for Natural Resources Agencies;

(2)  Form NRCS-PER-002, Volunteer Interest and Placement Summary, mandatory for all International volunteers;

(3) Volunteer position description; and

(4)  Records of any disciplinary action taken.

C.  The following optional materials may also be included in the case file:

(1)  Security and privacy awareness training;

(2)  Time sheets;

(2)  Awards documentation; and

(4)  Summary of accomplishments.

428.41  Optional Form 301A, Volunteer Services Agreement for Natural                        Resources Agencies

A.  The prospective volunteer is eligible to begin service as soon as the Optional Form 301A is completed and signed by both the volunteer and NRCS representative.  The completed volunteer agreement and position description are to be forwarded, through the proper channels, for placement in the volunteer’s case file.  The completion of this agreement is mandatory to ensure the volunteer will be covered under the Workers’ Compensation Program and Tort Claims Act.

B.  To enroll a volunteer or a group of volunteers, use Optional Form 301A (see exhibit 428.90) and record the following in the “comments” section:

(1)  The effective date of the volunteer service (if different from the date of the volunteer’s signature); and

(2)  Individual negotiated incidental expense reimbursement agreements (if applicable).

C.  To terminate service, record the following on the Optional Form 301A:

(1)  The termination date and total number of hours donated by the individual; and

(2)  Summary of volunteer’s accomplishments (optional).

428.42  Form NRCS-PER-002, Volunteer Interest and Placement Summary

Use of this form is mandatory for foreign visitors and optional for all other potential volunteers; however, it may help a supervisor determine the interests, skills, and needs of an applicant.  This form will be used by the International Programs Division when reviewing a foreign visitor’s information and may be used by the volunteer’s supervisor.  It should be retained in the office where the volunteer is stationed.  (See exhibit 428.91)

428.43  Form NRCS-PER-28, Volunteer Position Description

A.  A position description (Form NRCS-PER-28, see exhibit 428.96) or page one of the Optional Form 301A must be prepared for all volunteers.  The position description must include the following:

(1)  Position title;

(2)  Major duties; and

(3)  Name of supervisor.

B.  The completed position description, along with the Optional Form 301A, is to be forwarded for placement in the volunteer’s case file.

428.44  Forms NRCS-PER-004 or AD-320, Timesheets

A.  Either NRCS-PER-004 or AD-320 may be used to record a volunteer’s time.

The purpose of timekeeping is two-fold:

(1)  It helps managers evaluate program effectiveness; and

(2)  It supports a volunteer’s claim for work-related injuries, while protecting NRCS against fraudulent claims.

B.  NRCS staff should inform volunteers of the importance of accurate documentation of hours worked when seeking protection under either the Workers’ Compensation Program or Tort Claims Act.  (See exhibit 428.92)

428.45  Form 360-001, Earth Team Volunteer Identification Card

A.  All volunteers who operate Government-owned or Government-leased vehicles must carry an identification card.  Either the Earth Team Volunteer ID Card (Form 360-001) or USDA Government ID, AD-54, may be used for this purpose.  (See exhibit 428.93.)

B.  When using the USDA Government ID, it must be clearly marked “volunteer” to indicate the holder is not a government employee.

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SUBPART F – SECURITY AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

428.50  LincPass Requirements

A.  Homeland Security Presidential Dirctive-12 (HSPD-12), “Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors” directed the implementation of a new standardized credentialing process.  As such, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) has established a new HSPD-12 compliant credential called the “LincPass.”  Personnel who meet certain criteria will be required to get a LincPass; otherwise the current USDA site badge can be issued.  Issuance of a LincPass requires a minimum of a National Agency Checks and Inquiries (NACI) background check. 

B.  A LincPass will be required when one or more of the following are applicable:

(1)  There is access to greater than a Level 2 internal eAuthentication account, USDA e-mail, or other protected Information Technology resources.  A federally controlled computer system is any system or data base that has been created by the Federal Government, managed by the Government, and/or for which the Government has administrative control.

(2)  There is access to sensitive information as defined in the Departmental Regulation 3440-002, Control and the Protection of "Sensitive Security Information" (DR 3440-002), and the Privacy Act documents.

(3)  There is unescorted access to federally controlled mission critical or National Capital Region areas or as determined by an Agency’s Local Risk Assessment.  A federally controlled facility is defined as a federally owned or leased space, whether for single or multi-tenant occupancy, all or any portion of which is under the jurisdiction, custody, or control of the Department or Agencies.  A mission critical facility is defined as a building or group of buildings in one geographical area, so vital to the United States and/or USDA that the incapacity or destruction would have a debilitating impact on Security, National Economic Security, National Public Health or Safety, USDA mission accomplishment during exigent circumstances, or any combination thereof.

C.  A provisional LincPass can be issued prior to the completion of a NACI upon the successful adjudication of an FBI National Criminal History Check fingerprint check.

D. When a LincPass is not applicable, a USDA site badge will be issued when a badge is needed to gain access to facilities or information systems to conduct temporary work, but secure access is not required.  In addition to a site badge, a visitor badge can also be issued.  The maximum issuance for a visitor badge is 24 hours, and requires continuous escort.  Both badges are issued locally by the facility.

E.  Site/visitor badge holders will have limited access to such places as the front entrance of the facility; their immediate workspace; and open areas such as a cafeteria, snack bar, employee break room, restroom, and similar open areas, as directed and controlled by the facility. 

428.51  Information Security Policy

A.  Each State Conservationist/Area Director should set a policy on types of computer work volunteers will be allowed to perform.  Each State computer security policy must be consistent with National Information Technology policy.  Supervisors of volunteers should:

(1)  Check the State policy governing volunteers performing computer work.

(2)  Identify specific computer projects designed for volunteers and limit their access to other computer applications.

B.  Volunteers must take the security and privacy awareness training, including rules of behavior, if they touch any USDA information whether electronically or physically or if they have access to the USDA network.  The training is not necessary if the volunteer is unable to touch USDA information due to security procedures already in place.

C.  Volunteers under the age of 18 who require access to the USDA network, but do not require a USDA e-mail address, must complete an advanced fingerprint.

D.  Volunteers should be supervised when they have access to federally controlled sensitive information to include hard copies of documents/files that are sensitive or contain sensitive information.

428.52  Financial Disclosure Report

Financial Disclosure Reports are not required unless a volunteer is assigned to middle management positions in contracting, auditing, or other jobs of a sensitive nature.

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SUBPART G – RECOGNITION OF VOLUNTEER SERVICES

428.60  Monetary Awards

Federal regulations prohibit non-Federal employees from receiving cash awards. 

428.61  Non-Monetary Awards

Volunteers’ significant acts and accomplishments should be recognized.  Recognition can be in the form of letters, certificates, plaques, or other non-monetary awards of nominal value.

428.62  Volunteer Recognition and Awards

A.  Volunteers may be recognized by their supervisors, State Conservationists, Regional Assistant Chiefs, or by the Chief of NRCS.  Following the line and staff organizational structure, recommendations for recognition by the Chief will be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator for processing.

B.  The National Volunteer Coordinator will disseminate nomination requirements for the following annual Earth Team Volunteer Awards:

(1)  Individual Volunteer Award – Recognizes one outstanding volunteer in each region; from the regional winners, one national award will be presented.

(2)  Group Volunteer Award – Recognizes one outstanding volunteer group in each region; from the regional winners, one national award will be presented.

(3)  Winners will receive an award from the Chief.

C.  The nominations for these awards are due by October 31 of each year.  They are to be submitted to the National Volunteer Coordinator using Earth Team Award Form NRCS-PER-36 (see exhibit 428.97).  Nomination requirements should be followed and no unsolicited material should accompany the nominations (e.g., photos, news articles, etc.).

D.  Only one nomination per State, per category, may be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator.

E.  Upon completion of a volunteer’s service with the Agency, the volunteer should be recognized by a letter and/or certificate of appreciation from the State Conservationist, Regional Assistant Chief, Division Director, or the Chief.

428.63  NRCS Chief’s Recognition and Awards

A.  The National Volunteer Coordinator will disseminate nomination requirements for the following annual Earth Team Awards.  Winners will receive an award from the Chief.

(1)  Chief’s Field Award – This award will recognize one field office nationally.

(2)  Chief’s Cup – This award will recognize one State nationally. 

B.  These awards will be presented by the Regional Assistant Chief or the Chief to the field office and State that most creatively uses volunteers to meet the mission of NRCS.

C.  The nominations for these awards are due by October 31 of each year.  They are to be submitted to the National Volunteer Coordinator using Earth Team Award Form NRCS-PER-37 (see exhibit 428.98).  Nomination requirements should be followed and no unsolicited material should accompany the nominations (e.g., photos, news articles, etc.).

D.  Only one nomination per State, per category, should be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator.

428.64  NRCS Employee Recognition and Awards

A.  NRCS employees may receive cash or non-monetary awards from the National Earth Team Office, their supervisors, State Conservationist, Regional Assistant Chief, or the Chief.

B.  The National Volunteer Coordinator will disseminate nomination requirements for the following annual Earth Team Awards:

(1)  NRCS Employee Earth Team Award – Recognizes one outstanding employee in each region; from the regional winners, one National Award will be presented.

(2)  Earth Team Volunteer Coordinator Award – Recognizes one outstanding State or area coordinator in each region; from the regional winners, one National Award will be presented.

(3)  Winners will receive cash and an award from the Chief.

C.  The nominations for these awards are due by October 31 of each year.  They are to be submitted to the National Volunteer Coordinator using Earth Team Award Form NRCS-PER-38 (see exhibit 428.99).  Nomination requirements should be followed and no unsolicited material should accompany the nominations (e.g., photos, news articles, etc.).

D.  Only one nomination per State, per category, should be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator.

428.65  NRCS Partnership Recognition and Awards

A.  Partners may be recognized by NRCS staff, State Conservationists, Regional Assistant Chiefs, or by the Chief of NRCS.  Following the line and staff organizational structure, recommendations for recognition by the Chief will be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator for processing.

B.  The National Volunteer Coordinator will disseminate nomination requirements for the following annual Earth Team Awards:

(1)  National NACD/NRCS Earth Team Award - This award will recognize one winner nationally and will be presented to the most effective Earth Team Volunteer Program in a Conservation District.

(2)  National Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D)/NRCS Earth Team Award – This award will recognize one winner nationally and will be presented to the most effective RC&D Council.

(3)  Nominees should demonstrate shared leadership among district or RC&D officials, NRCS employees, and Earth Team volunteers.  An award for the district and the RC&D office, and a certificate of appreciation for NRCS employees, district and RC&D officials, and selected Earth Team volunteers will be presented.

C.  The nominations for these awards are due by October 31 of each year.  They are to be submitted to the National Volunteer Coordinator using Earth Team Award Form NRCS-PER-39 (see exhibit 428.100).  Nomination requirements should be followed and no unsolicited material should accompany the nominations (e.g., photos, news articles, etc.).

D.  Only one nomination per State, per category, should be forwarded to the National Volunteer Coordinator.

428.66  Earth Team Awards Procedures

A.  The awards process will be reviewed annually.

B.  A panel of at least five judges from outside NRCS will make selections for all awards and forward the winning nominations to the National Volunteer Coordinator.

C.  The National Volunteer Coordinator will purchase awards and forward them to the State Volunteer Coordinators for appropriate presentation.

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SUBPART H – REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

428.70  Mid-Year and Annual Volunteer Report

The National Volunteer Coordinator will pull a mid-year report from the Volunteer Tracking System on April 15, an annual report on October 15, and route the report to leadership at National Headquarters.  State Coordinators can pull reports from the Volunteer Tracking System at any time.

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SUBPART I – RESERVED

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SUBPART J – EXHIBITS

428.90  Optional Form 301A, Volunteer Services Agreement for Natural Resources Agencies

Click here for a copy of Optional Form 301A

428.91  Form NRCS-PER-002, The Earth Team Volunteer Interest and Placement Summary

Click here for a copy of Form NRCS-PER-002

428.92  Form NRCS-PER-004, The Earth Team Time and Attendance

Click here for a copy of Form NRCS-PER-004

428.93  Form 360-001, The Earth Team Identification Card

Click here for a copy of Form 360-001

428.94  Form NRCS-PER-25, The Earth Team Student Volunteer Program-Addendum

Click here for a copy of Form NRCS-PER-25

428.95  Form NRCS-PER-26, The Earth Team Student Volunteer Program Agreement

Click here for a copy of Form NRCS-PER-26

428.96  Form NRCS-PER-28, The Earth Team Volunteer Position Description

Click here for a copy of Form-PER-28

428.97  Form NRCS-PER-36, Earth Team Individual & Group Volunteer Award Nomination

Click here for a copy of Form-PER-36

428.98  Form NRCS-PER-37, Earth Team Chief’s Recognition Award Nomination

Click here for a copy of Form-PER-37

428.99  Form NRCS-PER-38, Earth Team Employee Award Nomination

Click here for a copy of Form-PER-38

428.100  Form NRCS-PER-39, Earth Team Partnership Award Nomination

Click here for a copy of Form-PER-39