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

Duties

Serves as the soils program lead to implement a comprehensive statewide soil resource management program across BLM Wyoming. Formulates and recommends short-range programs for soils management and provides technical evaluation and support to the development of long-range plans. Advises managers of capabilities and limitations of soils for a variety of contemplated uses and activities (e.g., livestock grazing, watershed rehabilitation projects, transportation planning, energy development, or recreation development). Prepares and conducts formal and informal technical training and conferences for Field and District Office specialists, staff and temporary personnel to ensure personnel are familiar with ... the Bureau’s technical standards, instructions, and guidelines in the use of soil data to administer the on-the-ground soil resource program. Participates as the principal BLM Wyoming representative in interagency partnerships to ensure that soil inventories and ecological site descriptions are completed at a level of detail relevant to BLM Wyoming statewide soil resource management .. needs, to include describing, classifying, mapping, interpreting, promoting, and training District and Field Office staff in the use of soil information.

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 trial period.

Qualifications

This position has an individual occupational requirement. In addition to meeting the IOR 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-12: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-011 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Professional knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of soil science including soil classification, soil mapping, soil correlation, soil interpretations, soil ecology, soil management principles, soil-plant and soil-water relationships, and ecological site classification sufficient to develop and execute a statewide soil resource management program. Professional knowledge of standard methods for soil sampling and analysis techniques, including interpretations of lab and field measurements, necessary to make sound resource management interpretations. 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 is performed in an office and in the field. Office work is primarily sedentary. Field work requires traversing over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces on foot, bending to collect samples, and exposure to extreme temperatures during onsite inspections, as well as the operation of hand and power tools to examine soils in the field and obtain soil samples. Field work also requires operating four-wheel drive vehicles and all-terrain vehicles on rough roads in remote areas. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office. Occasional travel may be required. The position may be required to visit field sites where risks may include exposure to inclement weather and potential injury from falls, strains, bites, stings, etc. The incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or designated by the Safety & Occupational Health Specialist.

Education

This position has an individual occupational requirement. In order to qualify, you must meet one of the below:

1. Degree: soil science or a closely related discipline that included 30 semester hours or equivalent in biological, physical, or earth science, with a minimum of 15 semester hours in such subjects as soil genesis, pedology, soil chemistry, soil physics, and soil fertility.

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2. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in soil science or a related discipline that included at least 30 semester hours in the biological, physical, or earth sciences. At least 15 of these semester hours must have been in the areas specified in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

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]