Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Management Officer) - Direct Hire Authority

Department Of The Interior • Safford, AZ

45d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Safford, AZ and Medford, OR. We expect to fill one vacancy in each location; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Safford, AZ and Medford, OR. We expect to fill one vacancy in each location; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

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 Land.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Background Investigation Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Failure to possess or obtain a favorable determination will result in the cancellation of the offer or will be grounds for termination.
• Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory/managerial probationary period if one has not previously been completed.
• You must meet specified levels on annual physical fitness tests, and pass periodic medical exams for wildland fire personnel, commensurate with current incident management qualification.
• You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position.
• Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work during peak fire season.
• May require completion of a one year probationary period.
• Position requires a valid state driver's license to operate light vehicles and 4x4 vehicles. May require additional specialized training and certification to operate specialized vehicles and equipment.
• Driver's License required - GSA Form 3607 will be required to be completed during onboarding process.
• To qualify for the GW-13 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GW-12 grade level is required. Examples include, but are not limited to: advising high level management officials on fire management planning at the district or state level or equivalent; reviewing wildland fire preparedness actions and operating plans; evaluating, coordinating, directing and implementing policy to support wildland fire management programs and operations; familiarity with budget formulation and expenditure of funds; supervising or leading a staff of fire and aviation professionals responsible for fire and aviation programs.
• This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. This position has been categorized as a Unit Fire Program Manager - High Complexity and requires selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found here: Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM). To meet IFPM requirements, you must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position (currency not required at time of referral, but may be required to obtain and maintain currency if selected): Pathway 1: A.) Division Group Supervisor (DIVS); AND B.) Incident Commander, Type 3 (ICT3) OR Prescribed Fire Burn Boss, Type 2 (RXB2) OR- Pathway 2: A.) Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS); AND B.)Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3)
• To meet additional IFPM training requirements, as a "condition of employment", you must complete the following withinone year of the entry on duty date: Fire Program Management (M-581)
• You must meet all qualification and selective placement factor requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• The work is normally sedentary but often requires physical exertion while overseeing fire suppression activities including walking over rough, steep, uneven terrain in all types of weather.
• This is a secondary/administrative firefighter position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) (FERS). While secondary positions are not subject to the maximum entry age policy, the selectee must have prior service in a primary position (3 years of service in primary/rigorous position(s)) and meet the transfer requirement for movement from a primary to secondary position to be eligible for special retirement coverage. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure this office has enough information to determine your retirement status to ensure you do not lose benefits (normally through submission of your SF-50). YOU MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN A PRIMARY POSITION.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates strategic implementation of complex fire management actives.
• Provides oversight during initial and extended attack fires and directs fire activities.
• Develops and maintains overall fire management plans.
• Responsible for long-range fire management planning activities.
• Makes or ensures inspections of the fire management organization and operations for compliance.
• Authorize the use of contracted aircraft and other special contracted equipment.
• Ensures the fuels management program is consistent with ecosystem management principles and land management plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees