Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. This position is located with the BLM Fire & Aviation Directorate, Division of Aviation, located at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), in Boise, Idaho. Information about the surrounding area can be found at https://www.boisechamber.org/ We expect to fill one position at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Selective Placement Factors (SPFs): 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. You must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications to be considered eligible for this position (currency not required): Unmanned Aircraft System Pilot (UASP) - AND- Qualified Single Resources (one of the following): Firing Boss (FIRB) or Crew Boss (CRWB) or Heavy Equipment (HEQB) or Engine Boss (ENGB) or Felling Boss (FELB) Specialized Experience: In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the minimum qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. For GS-12: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: 1) Providing UAS and/or aviation operational services which comply with federal, state, and local policies. 2) Participating in the coordination of interagency wildland fire UAS activities and/or resources. 3) Operating, managing, and maintaining UAS aircraft and sensor packages. 4) Developing and/or delivering interagency wildland fire UAS training courses. 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 closing date of the announcement.
Serves as a Bureau training and qualifications expert with other interagency national-level personnel in implementing effective instructional systems and providing National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) curriculum management and oversight.
Coordinates with Bureau/interagency partners and/or representatives and provide guidance on recommended procedures for aircraft (fixed and rotor wing, uncrewed aerial systems UAS) contract activation and allocation of resources nationwide
Advises leadership and staff at the national, regional, and field level on fire management policy and implementation strategies to ensure that intent is clearly articulated and subsequently met.
Observes and monitors field utilization of aircraft and associated equipment to ensure compliance with Bureau policy.
Provides technical guidance and recommendations on planned aviation activities by reviewing and/or approving project plans, analyzing aviation hazards, and acting as bureau technical point of contact for aviation operations and activities.