USAJOBS · 14 hours ago
Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Assistant IHC Superintendent) - Direct Hire Authority
Multiple Locations, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Assistant IHC Superintendent) to join the Bureau of Land Management. This role involves serving as Assistant Superintendent of an Interagency Hotshot Crew, performing administrative program management functions, and supervising and instructing employees on fire management duties.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as Assistant Superintendent of an Interagency Hotshot Crew (IHC)
Performs administrative program management functions such as planning, budget execution, and stewardship of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and accountable property
Applies an experienced understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area weather, fuels, and training in fire management
Supervises, mentors, and instructs employees on crewmember duties
Plans action and direct utilization of fireline resources; directs assigned suppression operations and directs assigned suppression operations
Recommends and implements tactical strategies in the field
Oversees the development and implementation of training programs to comply with policy, regulations, and development
Procures, maintains, inventory tools and equipment
Supervises and/or participates in fire prevention promotional events
Supervises and directs fuels management projects that include prescribed fire, and mechanical and biological treatments
Qualification
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
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
Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory/managerial probationary period if one has not previously been completed
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
You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position
You must pass a pre-employment physical. You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions
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. See Additional Information section for more details
Position requires a valid state driver's license to operate light vehicles and 4x4 vehicles. May require additional specialized training and certification to operate specialized vehicles and equipment
Position may require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license (CDL), depending on location
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement(s); please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience
To qualify for the GW-08 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GW/GS-07 is required. Examples include, but are not limited to: performing wildland fire suppression activities within an IHC or similarly constructed component of a wildland fire management program; mentoring and leading small groups of lower graded crewmembers performing wildland fire duties; and analyzing and predicting fire behavior when responding to wildland fire incidents
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
There is no substitution of education for experience for this grade level
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
This position is a Primary Firefighter position and is subject to a maximum entry age (MEA). The MEA is the date immediately preceding your 37th birthday. Applicants must not have reached age 37 at the time of appointment, unless proof is provided of prior Federal service in another primary covered position, or you are a preference eligible veteran. If you are a preference eligible veteran, you may be eligible for this position after your 37th birthday. You must supply a copy of your Defense Department Form 214 (DD-214) along with Standard Form 15 (if applicable) and any associated documentation in accordance with the instructions in this vacancy announcement. Failure to provide this documentation with your application may result in loss of consideration. Please refer to the Required Documents section for further guidance on what documentation is required to meet this requirement
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 Senior Firefighter, and requires selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found here: [Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM)](https://www.nifc.gov/programs/interagency-fire-program-management). To meet IFPM requirements, you must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position (currency not required at time of referral, but may be required to obtain and maintain currency if selected): Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1), AND; Intermediate Fire Behavior (S-290)
In addition, 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): Strike Team Crew (STCR), OR Task Force Leader (TFLD), AND Single Resource Crew Boss (CRWB) AND Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) or higher
You must meet all qualification and selective placement factor requirements by the closing date of the announcement
Physical Demands: Arduous - Duties involve rigorous fieldwork requiring above average physical performance, endurance and superior conditioning. Work requires prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and carrying of items weighing over 50 pounds. Duties include demands for strenuous activities in emergencies under adverse environmental conditions and over extended periods of time
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in forest and range environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with vegetation, and in smoky conditions. Temperatures vary from above 100 degrees Fahrenheit to below freezing. Risks include smoke inhalation, fire entrapment, snake or insect bites and stings, exposure to excessive machinery noise, and falling and rolling material. May be required to live in backcountry camps for extended periods of time
This is a primary firefighter position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) (FERS). The position is subject to maximum entry age (MEA) requirements. The MEA for this position shall not exceed age 37. If you are a preference eligible veteran, you may be eligible for this position after your 37th birthday
Benefits
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—Relocation expenses MAY be offered where funds are available, per location.
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