Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Elko, NV and Minden, NV. Information about Elko, Minden and the surrounding areas can be found at Elko Chamber of Commerce or Minden Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill one (1) vacancy at each location at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Analyzes current dispatch plans and guides and initiates changes based on each bureau’s policy; makes recommendations to meet changing conditions within the limits of current or anticipated funding. Provides technical advice, guidance and staff support to the Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) group. Coordinates and initiates all dispatch coordination actions based on firefighter and public safety, cost effectiveness, and values to be protected consistent with resource objectives. Monitors fire season severity predictions, fire behavior reports, and fire activity levels and takes appropriate actions to ensure safe, efficient and effective dispatch operations. Provides leadership and direction in relation to incident and administrative intelligence (e.g., fuels, weather, resource status and reporting) to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of dispatch center decisions.

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.
• This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work.
• 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.
• This is a Drug Testing Designated Position. You will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use and pass prior to appointment. This position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• This position requires all hires complete the S-491 “Intermediate National Fire Danger Rating System” course within 12 months of being placed into the position. Failure to complete this training will result in removal.

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. This position is subject to the Interagency Fire Program (IFPM) Standard and Guide selective placement factors for a Center Manager. This position requires the following qualifications - Currency Not Required: Must have held or currently hold the NWCG qualification Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD) or higher. At the GS-11 Level: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to a GS-09 in the federal service. Examples of work experience include, but are not limited to: experience in supervising and/or managing a complex dispatch operation. Coordinating transportation and determining the nature of the resources needed such as personnel, equipment and services; preparing cost and budgetary data; experience working with flight justification; payment documents and flight plans for contact and on call personnel; implementing and maintaining mobilization plans, emergency and disaster plans; and dispatch policies and procedures; OR completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctors degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related; OR an equivalent combination of the education and specialized experience described above. Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. This is a SECONDARY/Administrative fire position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) (FERS). While secondary positions are not subject to the maximum entry age (MEA) policy, the selectee must have prior service in a primary position and meet the transfer requirement for movement from a primary to secondary position to be eligible for special retirement coverage. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure this office has enough information to determine your retirement status to ensure you do not lose benefits(normally through submission of your SF-50). YOU MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN A PRIMARY POSITION. 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 work involves long hours of sitting, intense concentration, and working at peak proficiency/intensity levels with irregular breaks and mealtimes. The duties of this position create a highly stressful environment during peak activity, requiring the ability to keep calm in emergency situations. Must be able to cope with the pressure of meeting timeframes and changing priorities. Mental concentration and accuracy are required. Travel associated with field visits and other administrative travel may be required. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in an office setting. During peak activity, increased radio traffic, numerous ringing phones, and conversations result in high noise levels, which require a high level of concentration to perform duties. This creates a high stress work environment.

Education

This position falls under the Logistics Management Series, 0346 Administrative and Management Positions. There are no Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for this series.

This position allows for education to be substituted for specialized experience (see qualification section for education requirements). If using education to qualify - 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 upon selection.

Contacts

• Address BLM Nevada State Office BLM Nevada State Office NV-953 1340 Financial Blvd. Reno, NV 89502 US
• Name: Randi Hucks
• Phone: 775-861-6415
• Email: [email protected]