Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in the Bureau of Land Management, California State Office, Division of Natural Resources, in Sacramento, CA. Information about the area can be found at City of Sacramento. We expect to fill 1 vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Develop, review, recommend, and implement changes to recreation program policies, standards, methods, controls, and procedures. Provide advice and assistance to state and field personnel on the interpretation of legislation, regulations, standards, and operating procedures pertaining to recreation programs. Provide guidance to lower-level organizations regarding budget submissions and recreation program sub-activities. Assist in the development of program budget. Coordinate with managers, planners, and resource specialists to identify recreation program requirements and resource needs on a broad scale and develop long and short-term outdoor recreation plans. Enter, manipulate, update, and maintain data in automated systems according to recreation program standards. Works closely with the Headquarters office of the California State Department of Parks and Recreation on interagency public information, the OHV program and common management issues. Communicate with BLM State Offices, Districts, Field Offices, other Federal agencies, and private interests pertaining to the management of recreation resources and programs. Coordinates with heads of recreation organizations and other key agency and interagency individuals to create a collaborative environment, and to negotiate significant recreation issues. Participates in or leads Bureau wide and Statewide recreation task forces, and technical conferences/workshops, special studies and seminars.

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.
• If selected for this position, you will be required to annually complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 within 30 days of reporting to duty.
• May require a one year probationary period or two year trial period depending on appointment type.

Qualifications

This position has an individual occupation requirement (IOR) that must be met to be considered. Please read the Education section to ensure you meet this requirement. 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. In addition to meeting the individual occupation requirement (IOR), you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity. To qualify for the GS-12, applicants must possess at least one full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level. Examples of specialized experience may include; Experience as an outdoor recreation planner assisting on matters of controversy, inadequate data, inconsistent procedures, or lack of guides. Develop guidelines, standards and procedures for recreation programs. Experience in the management of recreation on public lands, including dealing with all aspects of a high intensity use programs, interdisciplinary planning, clearances, permitting, public land rehabilitation, OHV management, wilderness management, etc. Develop and monitor outdoor recreation program operations and budget. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. To qualify for the GS-13, applicants must possess at least one full year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level. Examples of specialized experience may include: Experience as a senior outdoor recreation planner developing guidelines, standards, and procedures for a recreation program. Conduct analysis and evaluation of outdoor recreation interest and needs and make recommendations for the preparation of plans. Implement major resource management plans, coordinate local monitoring and environmental review regarding public lands and private development proposals and master plans. Monitor program operations and assist or prepare budgetary directives. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at these grade levels. 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. 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: There is moderate physical demands and occasional stress due to tight deadlines and conflict resolution. A majority of the work involves writing, researching, and oral presentations. Field work and trips may be required to complete a variety of outdoor recreation activities. Travel may be through vehicle, off road vehicle, bicycle, airplane, or watercraft. Field visits may be in remote areas by foot and require carrying a backpack. Work Environment: Work is normally conducted indoors in an office setting. Occasional field work may include exposure to extreme heat, cold, and altitude.

Education

This position has an individual occupation requirement (IOR), to be considered you must meet one of the below requirements:

1. Graduate Education with a major study in outdoor recreation planning or a related field such as: sociology, forestry, landscape architecture, economics, biological science, park administration, earth science, natural resource management and conservation, civil engineering, urban planning, or recreation. Applicants who qualify on the basis of graduate work in related disciplines must have one or more courses in outdoor recreation.
Or
2. Experience that demonstrated the ability to plan and coordinate the use of land, water, and related resources
for recreation and conservation purposes. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

• Ability to deal with people of differing backgrounds and behavioral patterns.
• Analysis and evaluation of outdoor recreation interests, habits, and needs of diversified groups, and the means for meeting those needs.
• Evaluation of land or water areas for their recreation and related potential use, such as wildlife reserve.
• Preparation or review of plans and programs for natural resource utilization and recreation area development.
• Solution of administrative, intergovernmental, socioeconomic, and other problems involved in providing adequate recreation opportunities while preserving, restoring, and enhancing the quality of the outdoor environment.

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.

Contacts

• Address BLM California State Office BLM California State Office, CA-945 2800 Cottage Way Suite W-1623 Sacramento, CA 95825 US
• Name: Jessica Baker
• Phone: 209-305-2069
• Email: [email protected]