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USAJOBS · 4 weeks ago

Forestry Technician (Fire Dispatch) - Direct Hire Authority

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$57K/yr - $81K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is advertising a position for a Forestry Technician (Fire Dispatch) with the Bureau of Land Management in Nevada. The role involves coordinating aviation dispatch operations, processing weather information, and determining resource allocation for fire suppression needs.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Determine appropriate resource response to incidents and requests from the field

Coordinate aviation dispatch operations

Process and interpret weather information

Anticipate fire suppression needs and determine resource allocation

Operate and/or direct the operations of various dispatch telecommunications systems and input data into fire-related computer applications

Review internal operating procedures and systems, make recommendations for improvement, and update/develop operating plans and mobilization guides

Perform and direct others in receiving fire reports, determining locations, land status, and current fire information

Qualification

Wildland fire dispatchFire management knowledgeLogistical supportComputer programsOral communicationProblem solving

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

You cannot hold an active real estate license; nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Land

Direct Deposit Required

Background Investigation Required

Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Failure to possess or obtain a favorable determination will result in the cancellation of the offer or will be grounds for termination

You must meet specified levels on annual physical fitness tests, and pass periodic medical exams for wildland fire personnel, commensurate with current incident management qualification

Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use

This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work during peak fire season

May require completion of a one year probationary period

Applicants appointed to this position MAY be required to POSSESS and maintain a valid state driver's license

To qualify for the GW/GS-06 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GW/GS-05 is required

To qualify for the GW/GS-07 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GW/GS-06 is required

Must have completed 1 full year (18 semester hours) of graduate education which is DIRECTLY related to work of the position OR an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education

You must meet all qualification by the closing date of the announcement