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

Duties

Analyzes and evaluates policies, procedures, guidelines, and administrative processes to resolve conventional problems and situations with readily observable conditions. Develops life cycle cost analyses of projects or performs cost benefits or economic evaluations of current or projected programs. Analyzes administrative systems, workflows, and reporting requirements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of local program operations. Conducts research of specific programs or issues and collects and analyzes relevant statistics and data. May analyze management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems including system specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and evaluation methodology. Prepares and delivers reports and briefings to managers or the supervisor on study findings and recommendations. Conducts detailed analyses and advises on the organization, methods, and procedures for providing administrative support pertaining to matters such as records, communications, directives, forms, files, and documentation. Develops procedures and systems for assessing the effectiveness of programs and management processes in a land management environment. Advises management on a variety of opportunities to increase organizational effectiveness and provides suggestions for their implementation. Recommends changes that meet agency and bureau initiatives and program goals, while ensuring compliance with current laws, regulations, and policy. Works with management, program leads and other analysts to ensure that information gathered is complete and technically accurate.

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 position is included in a bargaining unit. The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE), Local 2052, is the exclusive representative of all employees in this bargaining unit.

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. Specialized Experience Statement: To qualify for the GS-07 grade level, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience include but not limited to; Preparing reports for managers and supervisors in compliance with financial records management, assisting in preparing incident cost comparisons, and recommending resolution to financial management issues arising from wildland fire incidents. -OR- Education: One year of graduate level coursework towards a master's degree directly related to finance/business management. -OR - A combination of Education and Experience as described above. -OR- SAA: Directly related Bachelor's Degree and Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.) (See OPM's General Policies, Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. To qualify for the GS-09 grade level, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience include but not limited to; Reviewing and evaluating guidance on various administrative functions and procedures, identifying problem areas, and recommending actions to improve procedures, increase efficiency, and eliminate problems ensuring compliance with policy requirements. Collecting and researching data for evaluations of programs/operations. Reviewing, analyzing, producing, and interpreting reports using electronic databases. Skill and ability in applying basic fact-finding and analytical techniques to gather information and data presentation methods to prepare clear and effective recommendations both verbally and in writing; Ability to present data, interpretations, and conclusions in a clear, concise, and logical manner. -OR- Education: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree, OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, OR related LL.B or J.D. -OR- A combination of Education and Experience as described above. 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 before 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.

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.

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]