Wildland Firefighter (Prevention) – Direct Hire Authority

Job title:

Wildland Firefighter (Prevention) – Direct Hire Authority

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryThis is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans’ preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at:Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource.The position is located in, or . Click location for more information.We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.Overview

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Open & closing dates04/03/2025 to 04/16/2025Salary$72,111 – $93,743 per yearSee additional information section for additional details.Pay scale & gradeGS 9Locations1 vacancy in the following locations:Fillmore, UTSalt Lake City, UTRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—The BLM has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified on the selection certificate and identified in this vacancy announcement and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.Travel Required50% or less – Travel is required to attend training, conferences, workshops, and/or field visits. Frequent travel will be required during peak fire activityRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent – This is a permanent appointment.Work scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberFADHA-25-12679191-TTControl number834656200This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll U.S. Citizens – No previous federal service is required. This position is being advertised under an OPM government-wide Direct Hire authority. CTAP and ICTAP candidates in the local commuting area.VideosDuties

• Plans and implements wildfire prevention and mitigation programs and plans.
• Participates in program readiness reviews.
• Serves as a fire investigation instructor.
• Prepares fire trespass cases.
• Writes and implements wildfire preventions plans.
• Identifies and analyzes major causes off wildland fire.
• Provides wildfire prevention and mitigation expertise.
• Establishes and maintains a relationship with other cooperating activities regarding wildfire prevention and mitigation programs.
• Participates in internal and external workshops to present key aspects of wildfire prevention and mitigation.
• Educates the public about the ecological principles and benefits of wildland fire and their relationship to the mission of the organization.
• Educates local communities on potential wildfire threats
• Develops and implements educational school programs, meetings and events with tribal governments and local communities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of additional strategic wildfire mitigation and protection planning.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• 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.
• 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.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical.
• 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.
• Applicants appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Driver’s License required – GSA Form 3607 will be required to be completed during the onboarding process.

QualificationsSpecialized Experience Requirements:
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement(s); please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled.To qualify for the GS-09 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-08 is required. Examples of work experience include, but are not limited to: writing plans for wildland fire mitigation; coordinating wildland fire educational programs with other agencies, institutions, and/or communities; serving as a spokesperson on controversial issues or policies to media, interest groups, public, and government officials; developing prevention campaigns for wildfire causes; and acting as a wildland fire investigator and supporting the district fire trespass program.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.

Substitution of Education for Experience:
There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-06 and above grade levels for the 0456 series.You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.Physical Demands: The work is primarily sedentary, although a level of physical fitness is required which will allow for work during periods of extended stress and in the field when wildland fire situations arise. During the fire season, extended fire assignments away from the unit may be required under very stressful conditions.Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office setting. Field work involves exposure to temperature extremes, both from weather and fire conditions where falling trees and the presence of smoke and/or dust conditions create hazardous conditions. The nature of fire investigation work requires that protective clothing (boots, hard hats, etc.) be worn. The incumbent must exercise a variety of safety practices and precautions for the well-being of self and of others.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.FACT SHEET for Fire Positions:EducationSee Qualifications Section.Additional information“Consistent with the recent passage of legislation for permanent pay reform, salaries contained within this vacancy announcement are reflective of the new Special Base Rate (SBR) Salary Table for Federal wildland firefighters, on the General Wildland Firefighter (GW) pay plan effective March 23, 2025.”DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit .Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for .Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is available from OPM’s Career Transition Resources website at or . If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration or that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) This vacancy is within your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility; 2) You apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) You are found well-qualified for this vacancy. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified if they exceed minimum qualifications for this position.Reemployment Priority List (RPL): The RPL is the mechanism agencies use to give reemployment consideration to their former competitive service employees separated by a RIF or who have fully recovered from a compensable injury after more than one year. If you are currently on a RPL, you may be given priority consideration.Certain incentives, such as, Recruitment, Relocation, or Student Loan Repayment, may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis, and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: , or , orThe BLM has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified on the selection certificate and identified in this vacancy announcement and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.Government facilities are required to provide a smoke free environment for their employees. Smoking will be permitted only in designated areas.

• Benefits

Expected salary

$72111 – 93743 per year

Location

Fillmore, UT

Job date

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:37:02 GMT

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