Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Elko, Nevada. Information about Elko, NV and the surrounding area can be found at Elko Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill 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 - see Additional Information.

Duties

Responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating a broad array of complex resource programs requiring intensive multiple-use management and protection of a variety of resources. Coordinates land and resource planning and management with representatives of Federal, State, tribal, and local governments, the general public, public land users, and private landowners. Serves as consultant, coach, and supporter to facilitate problem solving and accomplishment of Field Office goals and programs. Creates strong mutual respect with and between teams and employees. In collaboration with employees, plans and schedules work by setting priorities, and develops schedules for completion of work. Monitors work to ensure team members complete their tasks effectively and efficiently. Resolves conflicting resource demands between teams; obtains necessary resources for teams to produce quality products in a timely manner. Assigns work based on priorities and capabilities of employees.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

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-13: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service administering or managing multi-disciplinary natural resource programs, developing and maintaining effective relationships and communications, both orally and written with a variety of groups, such as local, State and Federal agencies, tribal governments, advisory groups, congressional staff, interest and user groups, private organizations, and the media. There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-13 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: Normally works in an office setting with occasional trips to the field. Occasionally required to walk moderately long distances over rough terrain during normal fieldwork. Work Environment: Office work is accomplished in adequately lighted and heated facility. When in the field, subject to injuries when walking in rough terrain and exposure to uncomfortable hot and cold temperatures. 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 Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301. There are no Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for this series.

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]