Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in the BLM Central Coast Field Office in Marina, California. Information about Marina and the surrounding area can be found at: cityofmarina.org We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Operate, maintain, and inventory weed management equipment. Mix, maintain, and calibrate herbicides and pesticides for use in rangeland environments. Inventory, monitor, and map existing weed populations utilizing global positioning systems and topographic maps. Conduct rangeland rehabilitation and restoration projects. Prepare reports based on environmental assessments. Work with landowners and cooperators within the geographic area to ensure weed management efforts are successful. Higher level grades may serve as crew leaders for weed control, inventory, and rehabilitation projects. Organizing, scheduling, and executing assignments and reports. May train lower-level employees on duties involving weed management. May operate 4x4 vehicles and/or small farm tractors.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess (or obtain within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.
• May require a one year probationary period.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position.

Qualifications

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To qualify for the GS-05 grade level, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-4 level. Examples of specialized experience may include; conducting weed treatments under the supervision of another licensed pesticide applicator. Assisting with inventory, mapping, and monitoring weed infestations. Maintaining spraying equipment, and responsible for complying with proper application, storage, and handling of pesticides. OR Successful completion of a full four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with a major forestry, range management, agriculture or a subject-matter field directly related to the position or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following courses: forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources, outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester hours in math is creditable. OR A combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. To qualify for the GS-06 grade level, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized work experience equivalent to GS-5 level. Examples of specialized experience may include; overseeing and performing maintenance work related to weed management. Independently conducting weed treatment with minimal supervision. Accurately documenting pesticide use. Assisting with range improvements, inventory, and mapping infestations. Obtain the appropriate license for pesticide application. Assisting in enforcement of range rules and regulations. OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position; OR A combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. To qualify for the GS-07 grade level, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized work experience equivalent to GS-6 level. Examples of specialized experience may include; independently performing all aspects of treating weeds with minimal supervision. Serving as a crew lead. Accurately documenting pesticide use. Assisting permanent staff with mapping, weed monitoring, and developing a weed management plan. Assisting in the management of public range resources of a district or other specified area by observing and reporting special conditions regarding them and performing the detailed work necessary to complete specific plans for development of an area for proper range management and conservation. OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. OR A combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. 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 by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring running, walking, or bending; walking or climbing over rocky areas, through dense vegetation, and in mountainous terrain. The incumbent must be in good physical condition, be able to lift heavy objects, and perform strenuous physical activity for prolonged periods of time. The incumbent may be required to carry up to 45 pounds on his/her back over uneven terrain. Work Environment: Office work is performed in adequately lighted, heated, and air conditioned offices. Much of the time is spent in the field where exposure to extremes of heat and cold, rough terrain, insects, snakes, and other hazards are common. The incumbent will carefully adhere to all safety policies and procedures to mitigate hazards encountered.

Education

If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information.

Education is not creditable above GS-5 for most positions covered by this standard (for Series 0455). However, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position (Forestry, Range Management, Agriculture, or a subject-matter field directly related to position).

• Forestry
• Range Management
• Agriculture
• Subject-matter field directly related to position

Contacts

• Address BLM California State Office BLM California State Office, CA-945 2800 Cottage Way Suite W-1623 Sacramento, CA 95825 US
• Name: Shayla Costello
• Email: [email protected]