Program Manager

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. For GS-15: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity. Specialized experience is defined as directing and managing public lands and/or resources program areas for recreational, educational, conservation and/or other public and community uses. Working with leadership, subordinates, partners, and the public to plan and implement complex resource management programs and initiatives. Developing and updating resources program policies, procedures and guidance. Planning and managing budgets for regional or large geographic areas of resources program responsibility. Experience tracking progress and results of assigned or directed 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.
Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource. This position is with HQ/Directorate of the National Conservation Lands and Community Partnerships (HQ400), Division of National Conservation Lands (HQ410) is located in Grand Junction, CO. Information about Grand Junction and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill one (1) vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.