These positions are located in varies locations within the Montana/Dakotas BLM. Information about each location and the surrounding area can be found by googling the chamber of commerce web site for each city. We expect to fill one or more vacancies in each location at this time; however, if needed, other locations within the Montana/Dakotas State, District or Field offices may be considered based on need and management discretion.

Duties

Collects and compiles forest and woodland management data regarding location, size, character, extent, volume, rate of growth, and quality of timber. Inspects and reports on timber sale areas to determine compliance with contract requirements. Marks or otherwise designates timber to be removed in timber sales or for use disposals. Compiles maps of forest and woodland areas, cutover areas, burned areas, and special use areas. Examines timber stands to determine need for, or thoroughness of, insect and disease control work.

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 be adequately reflected in your resume.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.
• You must be 18 years of age prior to entrance on duty in order to be authorized to operate a government vehicle as required for field work.
• NO GOVERNMENT HOUSING IS AVAILABLE. Securing housing will be the responsibility of the selected employee.

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-5: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-4 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: assisting in checking extensive data relating to the survey/study area; helping collect forestry samples; or observing and recording specific biological information (i.e., vegetative cover, water quality samples, flora, or fauna). -OR- Education: You must have successfully completed a full 4 year course of study above high school leading to a Bachelor's degree (a) with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a subject matter field directly related to the position, or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than six semester hours in mathematics is creditable. -OR- Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education. For GS-6: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: following specific instructions to independently check extensive data relating to the survey/study area; collecting forestry samples; or assisting in examining timber stands to determine need for insect and disease control work. -OR- Education: You must have completed one year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. -OR- 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. For GS-7: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-6 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: assisting in inspecting cutover areas on current sales for compliance with terms of timber sales contracts; assisting in investigating suspected timber trespass cases including locating and identifying trespass sites, quantities, etc.; and examining timber stands to determine need for insect and disease control work. -OR- Education: You must have completed one year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. -OR- 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. 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 by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The work ranges from sedentary when completing duties in the office to frequent fieldwork requiring a considerable amount of walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Work Environment: Office work is performed in adequately lighted, heated, and air conditioned offices. Much of the time is spent in the field where exposure to extremes of heat and cold, rough and slippery terrain, wet weather, insects, snakes, deadfalls and other hazards are common. The employee will carefully adhere to all safety procedures to mitigate hazards encountered.

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 Montana State Office BLM Montana State Office, MT-933 Branch of Human Resources 5001 Southgate Drive Billings, MT 59101 US
• Name: Linda Roberts
• Phone: (406) 896-5251
• Email: [email protected]