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 There is one vacancy that will be filled in one of the following Wyoming locations: Rock Springs, OR Rawlins, OR Pinedale, OR Kemmerer. Please make sure to select the locations you wish to be considered for in your application.

Duties

Provides technical wireless communications and data equipment support to the statewide Wireless Communications program. Install, maintain and repair Electronic and Telecommunication Equipment and associated peripherals. Coordinates major wiring and equipment moves and additions with vendors. Prepares a variety of required telecommunications reports for submission to Bureau Headquarters. The incumbent will be required to climb communication towers to provide installation and maintenance of antennas and Coax/Heliax/Waveguide runs to Radio system equipment installed at various locations.

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 Land.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Background Investigation Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Failure to possess or obtain a favorable determination will result in the cancellation of the offer or will be grounds for termination.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical.
• Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• May require completion of a one year probationary period.
• Applicants appointed to this position must POSSESS and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain certification to climb towers as outlined in BLM Manual 1292 and BLM Handbook 1291-1.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience Requirements: In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement(s); please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled. To qualify for the GS-09 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 is required. Examples of work experience include, but are not limited to: Experience in programming, repairing and installing Digital hand held radios, mobile radios, VHF repeaters and/or dispatch consoles; experience in grounding telecommunications systems; experience with repairing, installing, and testing network; and experience with standardized equipment, services, and processes that will be used to obtain services from contractors. To qualify for the GS-11 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09 is required. Examples of work experience include, but are not limited to: Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated experience in programming, repairing and installing Digital hand held radios, mobile radios, VHF repeaters; dispatch consoles; experience in grounding telecommunications systems; experience with repairing, installing, testing LANs, WANs, and routing networks; and experience with standardized equipment, services, and processes that will be used to obtain services from contractors. 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: For GS-09: Must have a Master`s or equivalent graduate degree or two years of graduate education leading to such a degree with a major field of study in the following -- electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications, management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management or other fields related to this position OR an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education. For GS-11: Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major field of study in the following -- electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or other fields related to this position OR an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The work is mostly sedentary, although occasional climbing of radio towers may be required. Incumbent must be able to pass a physical exam and be certified to climb towers. Work Environment: The work is performed throughout the state, sometimes in inclement weather and at high altitudes. Includes working in voice and data equipment rooms, computer rooms, and at field/remote communications sites. The incumbent will comply in utilizing all appropriate safety equipment, policies, and procedures.

Education

SEE QUALIFICATIONS SECTION

Contacts

• Address BLM Wyoming State Office BLM Wyoming State Office, WY-953 5353 Yellowstone Road Cheyenne, WY 82009 US
• Name: FA-HR-External-3 NIFC
• Phone: 208-387-5514
• Email: [email protected]