Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position reports to the office of fire management. 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. This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority

Duties

Collects natural resource and ecological data (e.g., terrestrial, lotic, and wetland/riparian) following standardized protocols to support BLM natural resource monitoring and planning efforts. Maps natural and ecological resources (such as soils, vegetation, streams/rivers, wetland/riparian areas, etc.) using geographic information systems (GIS) to increase efficiency of field data collection. Incorporates analyses into reporting documents (e.g., data summaries, land health evaluations, and environmental analyses (e.g., resource management plans, environmental assessments, etc.)) to inform natural resource management decisions. Records natural resource and ecological data via electronic data capture (e.g., on tablets or other mobile devices) for expeditious transfer to bureau-wide databases. Leads field crews conducting natural resource and ecological monitoring work by scheduling field assignments, advising lower-graded technicians, and reviewing crew member data forms to ensure adherence to protocols.

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.
• 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.
• 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. At the GS-05 Level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-04) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as assisting with collecting field data in support of monitoring programs; assisting in implementation of a resource monitoring program that evaluates the effectiveness of land management actions; documenting field observations, navigating outside through various land types to accomplish duties with supervisor oversight; and the ability to work as a member of a group collecting data for a monitoring program; OR successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. At the GS-06 Level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as navigating outside through various land types to accomplish duties with minimal supervisor oversight; the ability to work as a member of a group or individual collecting data for a monitoring program using Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) programs and tablets; complete Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) of monitoring data and field data collections and compile data to be used in analyses of natural resource and ecological monitoring programs; and assist higher graded employees with data analyses for reporting document to inform management decisions; OR completed one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. At the GS-07 Level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-06) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as leading and scheduling field crews with collecting field data in support of monitoring programs; implementing a resource monitoring program that evaluates the effectiveness of land management actions; documenting field observations; independently navigating outside through various land types to accomplish duties; the ability to work as a member of a group, team lead, or individual collecting data for a monitoring program; using Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) programs and tablets to efficiently collect data; complete Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) of monitoring data and field data collections and compile data to be used in analyses of natural resource and ecological monitoring programs; use experience and judgement to resolve common work problems and to summarize data effectively; assist higher-graded employees with data analyses for reporting document to inform management decisions; and ability to communicate and work with members of the public such as with permittees, partners, recreationist and private landowners; OR completed one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate/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: Monitoring work requires regular and recurring periods of physical exertion including walking, bending, climbing, crouching, or stooping over rough, uneven, rocky surfaces or mountainous terrain. Monitoring protocols require sufficient physical strength to use manual hand tools such as shovels, trowels, or screening devices. Monitoring work occasionally requires lifting moderately heavy items such as equipment and samples. Data analysis is performed in an office setting with no special physical demands. Work Environment: Monitoring data is collected at field sites which are outdoor settings and therefore subject to the risks and discomforts arising from remoteness (e.g., distance from services such as medical offices), weather (e.g., extreme temperatures and precipitation), wildlife (e.g., bites and stings), and diverse terrain (e.g., steep, rocky, or unstable footing). Implementation of standard field going precautions such as planning (e.g., checking the weather and sharing travel details with the supervisor or higher-graded employee), situational awareness, and proper personal protective equipment (e.g., sun protection, field clothing, gloves, sturdy footwear, a basic first aid kit) are sufficient to mitigate most risks. Accessing field sites requires the use of two- or four-wheel drive vehicles and comes with the risk of vehicular accidents. Safety instructions and risk management protocols will be communicated by the supervisor prior to initiating field work. Individuals driving a government vehicle are required to complete a Defensive Driving Course.

Education

This position falls under the General Biological Sciences Technician Series, 0404. There are Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for this job 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.

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]