Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Winnemucca, NV. For information about the area visit: City of Winnemucca. We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is authorized a 20% incentive if eligible - see Additional Information

Duties

Provide oversight of a team of professionals, such as fish biologists, hydrologists, wildlife biologists, and natural resources specialists including setting clear goals, establishing work priorities, and monitoring the progress of projects. Serve as a supervisor, coach, and supporter for employees while solving problems and carryout out the organization’s goals. Plans, organizes, directs, and sets goals for staff while ensuring work complies with legal and regulatory requirements. Promotes the fostering of collaboration amongst professionals by facilitating teamwork, sharing knowledge and promoting the exchange of ideas to optimize the management and conservation of natural resources on BLM lands. Knowledge of other programs and disciplines sufficient to provide strong input on multiple use objectives in support of Habitat Management Plans, Environmental Assessments, Land Use Planning, and preparation of resource protection stipulations. Plans and implements Field Office budget to accomplish program objectives. Develops plans and work schedules by setting priorities; maintains good working relationships by coordinating with others on goals, organizational needs, and desired achievements.

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.
• Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory/managerial probationary period if one has not previously been completed.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.
• If selected for this position you will need to complete the Federal Information Systems Security Awareness (FISSA) training prior to start date.

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. 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: Will maintain a current, valid State Driver's License with appropriate endorsements to operate government owned vehicles to include sedans and pick-up trucks. Basic Education Requirement: This position has a degree requirement: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. At the GS-12 Level: Meet the basic education requirement AND have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes experience in the development and implementation of a natural resource program and procedural guidance consistent with laws and regulations such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA); experience working in a Natural Resource environment assisting in the preparation of land use plans, interdisciplinary activity plans and/or ecosystem plans; developing long-term workforce and strategic plans; providing leadership, guidance and oversight to subordinates and office staff to ensure mission accomplishment and compliance with directives, regulations and policies in a variety of different program areas such as resource management, budget, or human resource functions; communicate effectively orally and in writing to a variety of audiences. There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level. 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: The incumbent's work primarily takes place in an office setting (70%) with some time spent in the field as needed (30%). Office work has no special physical requirements but is mentally demanding. Field work may involve arduous walking and climbing in a variety of terrain, from flat to steep, rocky, and mountainous. Field work often requires operation of 4x4 vehicles and/or Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) to reach work sites. Work Environment: Office work takes place in an adequately lighted and heated indoor environment that requires no special safety precautions. Field work can involve driving long distances on unpaved roads and is carried out under all kind of weather conditions, including temperatures that may range from -35 to 105 degrees F. The incumbent may encounter poisonous insects, plants, or snakes while in the field. The incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer.

Education

This position falls under the General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series, 0401 Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) which requires that you have a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, or a combination of education and experience---courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

This position has a positive education requirement. You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

All selections and tentative offers of selection are contingent upon submission and verification of 'official' transcripts.

Contacts

• Address BLM Nevada State Office BLM Nevada State Office NV-953 1340 Financial Blvd. Reno, NV 89502 US
• Name: Kristie Pitman
• Email: [email protected]