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Logistics Management Specialist (GACC) (Assistant GACC Manager)

Missoula, Montana, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$98K/yr - $127K/yr

1+ years exp

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is looking for a Logistics Management Specialist to assist in interagency logistical support and emergency resources management. This role involves coordinating wildland fire management activities and supporting the development of policies and procedures related to logistics and resource mobilization.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assists in the overall leadership, direction, and coordination of the interagency logistical support and emergency resources within the geographic area

In the absence of the GACC Manager, coordinates the interagency support of wildland fire management and wildland urban interface activities

Coordinates with federal and state agencies for ordering resources through the national dispatch system to support national emergencies

Directs the mobilization, reassignment, and demobilization of resources

Participates in developing operating manuals and guides, standard operating procedures, and training opportunities

May serve as subject matter expert for the coordinating group and national/geographic committees responsible for facilitating team management activities

Provides support for the program leads in developing policies, guidelines, business practices, and resolving issues

Assigns and plans work to be accomplished by subordinates

Exercises the supervisory authorities and responsibilities 20% of time

Qualification

Logistical planningInteragency coordinationEmergency managementWorkload analysisDispatch policiesLeadershipCommunication

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 Lands

Direct Deposit 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

An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license

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

May require completion of a one year probationary period

Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service

1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/GW-11 is required. Examples of work experience include but are not limited to: experience providing logistical planning and coordination of an interagency logistics dispatch program; assisting with conducting workload analysis and determining level of support for operations and staffing; assisting with implementing and maintaining mobilization plans, emergency disaster plans, dispatch and/or predictive services policies and procedures

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement

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): Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD)

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Long hours of sitting, intense concentration, and working at peak proficiency level with irregular breaks and mealtimes are frequent, prolonged demands of the job

The work is normally performed in an office but trips to field offices, wildland fire sites, prescribed burn sites, and airports or remote aircraft landing sites are common

This is a secondary/administrative firefighter 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 policy, the selectee must have prior service in a primary position (3 years of service in primary/rigorous position(s)) and meet the transfer requirement for movement from a primary to secondary position to be eligible for special retirement coverage

Benefits

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Occasional travel - Travel is required to attend training, conferences, workshops, and/or field visits. Frequent travel may be required during peak fire activity.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.