Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Battle Mountain, NV. Information about Battle Mountain and the surrounding area can be found at Battle Mountain Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill one (1) vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is authorized a 25% incentive if eligible - see Additional Information

Duties

Serves as Advisor to the District Leadership Team and program staff(s) in all decisions involving Native groups, organizations or individuals. Provides technical assistance to the District staff(s) on Native issues including economic development, eco-tourism, cultural and religious practices, and consultation issues associated with BLM lands and resources. Coordinates, administers and leads the District Office’s Native American Program. Coordinates, administers and leads the District Office’s monthly BLM tribal coordination meetings. Works with Tribal Councils, other agencies, and members of the public on Native American related issues. Composes, processes, and maintains relevant documents.

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.
• May require a one-year probationary period.

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. For GS-09: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) in the Federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as resolving customer complaints related to natural resources policy; researching and compiling information on laws, regulations, treaties or other similar records for managers to use in decision making and analysis; and experience communicating with interested parties both internally and externally OR two (2) years of graduate level education leading to a Master's Degree in a field directly related to this position OR an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education described above. For GS-11: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) in the Federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as experience in at least one of the following areas as they pertain to Native issues: Analyzing and interpreting policies; developing programs and procedures; providing guidance to others in your area of expertise; tactfully managing sensitive and controversial issues; planning and conducting internal and external meetings, consultations and negotiations; or developing technical reports such as Environmental Impact Statements or Environmental Assessments OR having completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate degree or three (3) years of graduate education leading to such a degree in a directly related field OR an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education 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 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 will spend time in an office environment and in travel status to Native American communities and in the field. Physical capabilities are required to visit and conduct consultation efforts in the field, as well as participate in fire activities as mutually determined by the supervisor and incumbent. Work Environment: Work is in an office setting and in the field. Travel will be to communities within the region, including Native American communities and reservations, as well as to specific sites and projects in the field.

Education

This position falls under the Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. There are no Individual Occupational Requirements for this series.

This position has a substitution of education for Specialized Experience. See qualification section for a description of the education substitution for specialized experience.

If using education to qualify, 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: Kimberly King
• Phone: (775) 861-6510
• Email: [email protected]