Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Casper, WY. Information about this location and the surrounding area can be found here Casper. We expect to fill a few vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

The specialist conducts research and gathers and maintains environmental data relating to mitigation of surface impacts and restoration of surfaces to a productive condition. This action includes record research of inactive wells, abandoned locations, and access roads to verify locations of responsible operator/lessees. The specialist coordinates and participates in inspections to identify sites needing additional work to achieve adequate restoration. The specialist arranges and participates in the inspection of locations for proposed operator and corporate production actions to determine the potential impacts of the operations. The specialist makes recommendations on implementation of mitigating measures to reduce the impacts. The employee conducts field inspections of hazardous material and oil and gas drilling and production operations to determine compliance with environmental requirements of approved plans and conditions of approvals.

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-05 - The applicant must have 3 years general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4 that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Must have the ability to use automated equipment for word processing, database input and workload tracking. Ability to read topographic maps and use GIS/GPS. Operate four-wheel drive vehicles on and off road. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have a working knowledge and practical experience in the application of physical and resource sciences, which may include biology, ecology, chemistry, geology, hydrology, soils, range conservation, and wildlife. -OR- Education: 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in a related field. - 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. Undergraduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. For GS-07:You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Must have the ability to use automated equipment for word processing, database input and workload tracking. Ability to read topographic maps and use GIS/GPS. Operate four-wheel drive vehicles on and off road. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have a working knowledge and practical experience in the application of physical and resource sciences, which may include biology, ecology, chemistry, geology, hydrology, soils, range conservation, and wildlife. Basic knowledge of natural resource and environmental protection and analysis concepts, principles, and procedures. Must have the skills to interpret and apply findings, develop recommendations and document those recommendations in a report or in a legal document. Must have the ability to search legal and related source documents for information. -OR- Education: 1 full year of graduate level education in a related field. - OR- Superior Academic Achievement (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. -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.

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 Wyoming State Office BLM Wyoming State Office, WY-953 5353 Yellowstone Road Cheyenne, WY 82009 US
• Name: BLM HR WY
• Phone: 3077756026
• Email: [email protected]