Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Headquarters, Boise, ID, Lakewood, CO, Salt Lake City, UT, and/or Washington, DC. Information about these locations can be found at All State Offices | Bureau of Land Management. We expect to fill few vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.
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. You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity. Specialized experience is defined as: (1) directing and managing development of procedures and guidelines for: the effective land use planning and NEPA analysis; OR protecting and restoring forest, range and vegetation resources; OR wildlife conservation and threatened and endangered species; (2) experience assisting in the development of budget, policies, procedures and guidance for all aspects of natural resource programs; (3) experience managing communications and procurement actions for natural resource disciplines; and (4) experience tracking progress and quality of assigned projects. 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. Applicants must meet both eligibility and qualification requirements for the position of interest by 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.
Develops performance standards and evaluates work performance of employees.
Provides advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on work and administrative matters.
Consults with key managers and stakeholders to ensure that all implications are identified, weighed, and considered in study with effective and efficient resource use and distribution.
Identifies areas with potential for Bureau/Departmental-wide application and coordinates with other Bureau offices, as appropriate to foster common Bureau business and operational practices.
Obtains and/or develops models for managing various issues, identifies and resolves program barriers to achieving goals.
Plays a key role in the development and implementation of program policies, plans, guidelines, proposals, and processes.
Plans, organizes, and oversees efforts and projects that are aimed at achieving and improving the quality, effectiveness, and timeliness of program accomplishment.
Serves as a senior advisor to management and executive leadership on developing and implementing strategic plans in support of achieving program objectives.