Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Cody, WY and Lander, WY. We expect to fill two vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Fluid minerals permitting and compliance: process applications for permit to drill; surface sundries; inspections and compliance, and fluid minerals leasing. NEPA: perform as project lead for all Oil and Gas projects (APDs, construction, surface, sundries, and final reclamation); serve as subject matter expert - NRS, during interdisciplinary team meetings. Also, provide input and/or analysis for all other field office projects. Program coordination: work in a collaborative manner with other NRSs in the WRBBD and statewide; develop sustainable relationships with BLM personnel, Oil and Gas operators, land owners, and the public. Communication skills: practice effective verbal and written communication skills; and demonstrate expertise in technical writing for a variety of audiences.

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

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: A valid state driver's license and gaining a US Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card are required. 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. To Qualify for GS-07: In addition to meeting the Individual Occupational requirement listed in the Education section of this announcement, 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: Knowledge of natural resources principles, concepts, and theories, and the interrelationships between biological and physical components within an ecosystem sufficient to conserve, develop or manage public lands. Basic knowledge of other related professional programs to provide resource management coordination and information to others resource specialists in a team setting. Basic knowledge of data collection procedures, resource management, and inventory methods. Knowledge and ability to use various automated software systems to input data and generate reports. Ability to work with others to provide customer service to members of the public and employees of federal, state, and local agencies, etc. -OR- Education: 1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement. - 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. Only graduate level education in excess of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study or specific course requirements may be combined with experience. To Qualify for GS-09: In addition to meeting the Individual Occupational requirement listed in the Education section of this announcement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Knowledge of natural resources principles, concepts, and theories, and the interrelationships between biological and physical components within an ecosystem sufficient to evaluate a wide range of projects on wildlife habitat, range, forest, and watershed environments. Knowledge of data collection procedures, resource management, and inventory methods to implement various studies and monitoring efforts. Knowledge of federal budgeting processes to prepare budgets, determine financial need, and complete purchasing and procurement. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with others to provide customer service to members of the public and employees of federal, state, and local agencies, etc. Knowledge of written and oral communication principles, techniques, methods, and practices to effectively communicate in easy-to- understand formats for bureau programs, policies, and objectives. -OR- Education: 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. - 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. Only graduate level education in excess of one year or 18 semester hours may be combined with experience. To Qualify for GS-11: In addition to meeting the Individual Occupational requirement listed in the Education section of this announcement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Knowledge of natural resources principles, concepts, and theories, and the interrelationships between biological and physical components within an ecosystem sufficient to evaluate a wide range of projects on wildlife habitat, range, forest, and watershed environments. Knowledge of data collection procedures, resource management, and inventory methods to implement various studies and monitoring efforts. Knowledge of federal budgeting processes to prepare budgets, determine financial need, and complete purchasing and procurement. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with others to provide customer service to members of the public and employees of federal, state, and local agencies, etc. Knowledge of written and oral communication principles, techniques, methods, and practices to effectively communicate in easy-to- understand formats for bureau programs, policies, and objectives. -OR- Education: 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. - 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. Only graduate level education in excess of two years or 36 semester hours may be combined with experience. 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. 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.

Education

This position has a positive education (individual occupational) requirement which requires that you have:

1. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

   or

2. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional 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]