Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Assistant Fire Management Officer)

Selective Placement Factors: 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 possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license while employed in this position. 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 the selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position – currency not required. A.) Division Supervisor (DIVS); AND B.) Incident Commander, Type 3 (ICT3), OR Prescribed Fire Burn Boss, Type 2 (RXB2) -OR- A.) Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS); AND B.) Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3) It is a requirement for Unit Fire Program Managers (UFPM), to complete the Fire Program Management training, M-581. If you have not completed this training, you will have one year from the date of your entry on duty to complete this training. In addition to the Individual Occupation Requirement, you must have at least one year of specialized experience described below. To qualify for the GS-12, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11. Examples of specialized experience in Prescribed Fire/Fuels Management or Fire Management Operations include but are not limited to: planning work to be accomplished by subordinates; setting and adjusting priorities, and preparing schedules for completion of work; applying experienced judgement to independently lead personnel and resources on complex fire activities; using experienced judgment to direct hazard fuel reduction projects or prescribed fires; providing administrative approvals such as travel, credit card actions, time and attendance. 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. This is a SECONDARY/Administrative fire 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 (MEA) policy, the selectee must have prior service in a primary position 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. Physical Demands: Normally the work is sedentary but often requires physical exertion while overseeing fire suppression activities including walking over rough, steep, uneven terrain in all types of weather. The incumbent is faced with emergency situations at all hours and must respond quickly. The position may require long shifts or multi-day assignments under primitive living conditions during emergencies. During the fire season, extended fire assignments away from the unit may be required under very stressful conditions. Work Environment: Although 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 create hazardous conditions. The nature of fire suppression work requires that protective clothing (boots, hard hats, etc.) be worn during fire assignments. The incumbent must exercise a variety of safety practices and precautions for the well-being of self and of others.
Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Information about Idaho Falls and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill 1 vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.