Description:
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource.
This position is located with the BLM Fire & Aviation Directorate, Div. of Fire Ops, Preparedness & Suppression Branch located at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), in Boise, Idaho. Information about the area can be found at https://www.boisechamber.org/
We expect to fill one position at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.
Requirements:
THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024
Specialized Experience:
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the minimum qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
For GS-13: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: extensive experience in the theory and application of meteorology including dynamics of the atmosphere, mesoscale meteorology, and the application of computer methods of numerical weather analysis and prediction in complex terrain; experience in climatological principles which impact wildland fire and natural resource management planning and operations; use of verbal and written communication in order to facilitate and lead meetings, conduct briefings and presentations, and write technical reports and national directives that apply to a wide ranging audience that includes agency administrators, private interest groups, and media.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level.
Physical Demands: Long hours of sitting, intense concentration, and working at peak proficiency level with irregular breaks/mealtimes are frequent, prolonged demands of the job. Incumbent is subject to work shifts of 12-14 hours per day for extensive periods during national, regional, and local wildland fire emergencies. Assessment of field conditions and review of program implementation requires considerable walking and climbing over steep terrain which often is covered with debris.
The incumbent will be required to provide highly specialized services under often very demanding physical conditions including; heavy pressure, briefing line management, MAC groups and Area Commands, Senior Executives and Political Appointees, strict deadlines, and
extended hours are routine.
Work Environment: Work is usually performed in an office setting. However, field travel is not uncommon and occurs under all kinds of climatic conditions, including exposure to the wildland fire environment, steep terrain, smoke, walking over debris, and long hours. Normal protective equipment includes head gear and boots. Wildland fire management operations require use of flame resistant clothing, gloves, and in a few cases eye and hearing protection.
Incentives:
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.