Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Wildland Fire. Under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location identified in this Public Notice. Veterans' Preference is not applicable to this announcement. To learn more about Direct-Hire Authority, go to: OPM.GOV Hiring Information - DHA.
Hours worked per week must be stated for each season and position held in your resume. ***Experience listed will need to include specific duties about the work being performed and should not be only the general language stated below in the examples. To qualify for a GW/GS-05 You must meet at least one of the following: 1). One year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GW/GS-04 level duties. Examples of specialized experience include: Working around general airtanker base operations, general clerical/administrative experience, or experience with inputting data and using computer software programs. -OR- 2). Successful completion of a 4-year course above high school leading to a bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in Wildland Fire Science, Wildland Fire Training, Wildland Fire Technology or other related fields, or at least 24 semester hours of coursework such as forestry, range management or conservation, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography). -OR- 3). A combination of the education and specialized work experience described above. For more information regarding basic qualifications and combining education and experience click here. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Long irregular hours are required, much of it occurring during periods of fire operations. Frequent standing, walking and long periods outside in high temperatures and direct sunlight may be required while working around multiple arriving and departing aircraft. Activities in and around moving aircraft and other equipment require constant monitoring and alertness for hazardous conditions and safety of personnel. Work in an office environment and long periods of sedentary work occurs when reports and flight records are prepared. Lifting and carrying heavy equipment/materials and operating a variety of hand and power tools is required for base set-up, tear down, and maintenance/repair. Work Environment: Majority of activities are performed in an airbase environment, both inside and outdoors. Extreme variations in temperature and climactic conditions are common. Work requires use of safety equipment including hearing and eye protection and high visibility clothing. Exposed to irritant chemicals is possible. The work involves exposure to operating aircraft that result in high noise levels and exposure to turning propellers, prop wash, jet intake areas and jet-blast, and flying dust and debris. Concurrent movement of multiple mixed aircraft types and service vehicles in the ramp area creates potential for serious accident, injury, or property damage. Fatigue and mental stress could be present due to extensive work periods and emergency nature of work.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is looking for temporary employees to work as Wildland Firefighters (Aviation) in Elko, NV. A Wildland Firefighter (GW/GS-05 Aviation) performs as functional leader in various aviation, ground support, and logistical activities related to airtanker and retardant base operations and all other fixed wing operations that may be used at designated bases. Ensures airtanker base ramp operations are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, including parking, loading, and movement around the aircraft. Performs administrative work, such as compiling and sharing documentation, which includes the daily activity log, data entry and querying reports, answering phones, and utilizing base radios. For contact information and housing availability, visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES website. To view a list of contacts by agency, select Nevada. For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/.