SUPERVISORY WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER (ASSISTANT FIRE MANAGEMENT OFFICER)

Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Information about Idaho Falls and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill 1 vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities Coordinates and initiates fire management activities based on firefighter and public safety, cost effectiveness, and values at risk, by using the full range of strategic and tactical options available in an approved Fire Management Plan (FMP). Coordinates operations with cooperating agencies on multi-jurisdictional wildfires addressing risk to human safety and potential for damage to resources and improvements. Assists in planning and directing fire management program activities. Analyzes fire management plans and makes recommendations to meet changing conditions within the limits of current or anticipated funding. Coordinates strategic implementation of complex fire management activities in a rapidly changing environment for allocation of resources, equipment and aircraft. Provides leadership, allocates resources, and implements activities to accomplish DOI's multicultural organization direction and Equal Opportunity requirements, goals, policies, and objectives. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Selective Placement Factors : This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified : You must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position. This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. This position has been categorized as a Unit Fire Program Manager - High Complexity and requires the selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position - currency not required. A.) Division Supervisor (DIVS); AND B.) Incident Commander, Type 3 (ICT3), OR Prescribed Fire Burn Boss, Type 2 (RXB2) -OR- A.) Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS); AND B.) Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3) It is a requirement for Unit Fire Program Managers (UFPM), to complete the Fire Program Management training, M-581. If you have not completed this training, you will have one year from the date of your entry on duty to complete this training. In addition to the Individual Occupation Requirement, you must have at least one year of specialized experience described below. To qualify for the GS-12, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11. Examples of specialized experience in Prescribed Fire / Fuels Management or Fire Management Operations include but are not limited to : planning work to be accomplished by subordinates; setting and adjusting priorities, and preparing schedules for completion of work; applying experienced judgement to independently lead personnel and resources on complex fire activities; using experienced judgment to direct hazard fuel reduction projects or prescribed fires; providing administrative approvals such as travel, credit card actions, time and attendance. 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. Substitution of Education for Experience : There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-06 and above grade levels for the 0456 series. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. This is a SECONDARY / Administrative fire position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) (FERS). While secondary positions are not subject to the maximum entry age (MEA) policy, the selectee must have prior service in a primary position and meet the transfer requirement for movement from a primary to secondary position to be eligible for special retirement coverage. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure this office has enough information to determine your retirement status to ensure you do not lose benefits (normally through submission of your SF-50). YOU MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN A PRIMARY POSITION. Physical Demands : Normally the work is sedentary but often requires physical exertion while overseeing fire suppression activities including walking over rough, steep, uneven terrain in all types of weather. The incumbent is faced with emergency situations at all hours and must respond quickly. The position may require long shifts or multi-day assignments under primitive living conditions during emergencies. During the fire season, extended fire assignments away from the unit may be required under very stressful conditions. Work Environment : Although work is generally performed in an office setting. Field work involves exposure to temperature extremes, both from weather and fire conditions where falling trees and the presence of smoke and / or dust create hazardous conditions. The nature of fire suppression work requires that protective clothing (boots, hard hats, etc.) be worn during fire assignments. The incumbent must exercise a variety of safety practices and precautions for the well-being of self and of others. Education See Qualifications Section Additional Information This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at : https : / / www.opm.gov / policy-data-oversight / hiring-information / direct-hire-authority / #url=Fact-Sheet DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) / lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) : These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must : 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information : CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12 / 31 / 59 must be registered for Selective Service Tax Law Impact for PCS : Moving expenses reimbursement is a taxable benefit. However, the Federal Travel Regulation 18-05 issued by General Services Administration has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance and Relocation Income Tax Allowance to pay for substantially all of the increased tax liability resulting from the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for certain eligible individuals. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. 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.