Wildland Fire Operations Specialist
Assists in planning and directing fire management program activities. Analyzes current fire management plans and makes recommendations to meet changing conditions within the limits of current or anticipated funding. Planning involves interacting with all disciplines as well as officials from other federal, state, tribal, and local agencies and the public. Plans include short-range issues as well as long-range strategies. Assists in coordinating and directing the application of standards, methods, and guidelines for all fire and aviation management program elements. Provides advice and guidance in the implementation of policies and standards. Provides advice in the development and implementation of interagency fire prevention plans, programs and training. Identifies research needs based on lands and fire management plan objectives. Applies technology and accepted scientific principles to meet lands and fire management plan objectives. Briefs internal and external managers on issues related to wildland fire, prescribed fire, and fire program activities. Develops and coordinates plans of action with interagency cooperators. Coordinates program activities with federal, state, tribal, and local government entities/agencies. Provides input into the development of and implements grants and agreements. Serves on various interagency committees, teams and work groups dealing with specific local, geographic, or national fire management issues. Reviews and provides input into preparedness and operating plans used in the management of wildland fires. Implements cooperative agreements. Facilitates positive public relations. Develops alternative wildland fire strategies, considering values to be protected and selecting the appropriate alternative. Conducts field reconnaissance of proposed prescribed burn units. Prepares and implements prescribed burn plans to meet management objectives. Performs post-burn evaluation and completes documentation. Reviews and evaluates fuels management plans to achieve specific ecosystem and resource management objectives. Identifies and evaluates the implications of the fuels management program on air quality standards, and provides operational guidance to mitigate potential impacts from smoke to sensitive areas. May participate as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the development of land use plans. Conducts field reconnaissance of proposed prescribed burn units. Prepares and implements prescribed burn plans to meet management objectives. Performs post-burn evaluation and completes documentation. Only experience and education obtained by will be considered. Minimum Qualifications for the 0401 Series (Must meet A or B):
A.) Completion of a 4-year degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to this position, OR B.) Possess a combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in biological sciences, agriculture, or natural resources - or at least 24 semester hours in biological sciences, natural resources, wildland fire management, forestry, or agriculture course work equivalent to a major field of study -- plus -- appropriate experience or, additional education that is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in the biological sciences; agriculture, or natural resources. The quality of the combination must demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the work of the position and is comparable to that normally acquired through the completion of a full four-year course of study with a major as described above. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
In addition to meeting the basic education requirements (see above), to qualify for the GS-09:
1 year (12 months) of creditable specialized wildland fire management experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level as described below -OR- 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree, in a field of study that is directly related to this position. 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. Selective Placement Factors (currency required and must be maintained) Moderate Pathway #1 Primary Core Requirement(s):
TFLD Secondary Core Requirement:
ICT3 or RXB2 Moderate Pathway #2 Primary Core Requirement(s):
HEB1 Secondary Core Requirement:
ICT3 This key fire management position is categorized under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard as a Wildland Fire Operations Specialist Moderate Complexity. Minimum IFPM qualification standards must be met prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at https:
//www.ifpm.nifc.gov/ Prior experience in wild land firefighting is required in order to carry out the duties of this position. You will not be considered for this position if you do not have prior wild land firefighting experience. Note:
The position is covered under the secondary/administrative category for special firefighter retirement provisions. You may meet qualification requirements but not be eligible for special retirement coverage. If you are not eligible for special retirement coverage, you will be placed in the regular retirement system. The Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA),P.L. 114-47, allows certain individuals who currently or formerly were under time-limited competitive appointments at certain land management agencies to compete under merit promotion procedures:
Current appointees:
Note:
You must submit ALL SF-50s and performance information for each period of temporary/term employment that qualifies for LMWFA. Must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency. Must have served under 1 or more time limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; AND Must have performed at an acceptable level. Former appointees:
Must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency, Must have served under 1 or more time limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; Must apply for position within 2 years after separation, Must have been separated for reasons other than misconduct or performance; AND Must have performed at an acceptable level
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A.) Completion of a 4-year degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to this position, OR B.) Possess a combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in biological sciences, agriculture, or natural resources - or at least 24 semester hours in biological sciences, natural resources, wildland fire management, forestry, or agriculture course work equivalent to a major field of study -- plus -- appropriate experience or, additional education that is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in the biological sciences; agriculture, or natural resources. The quality of the combination must demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the work of the position and is comparable to that normally acquired through the completion of a full four-year course of study with a major as described above. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
In addition to meeting the basic education requirements (see above), to qualify for the GS-09:
1 year (12 months) of creditable specialized wildland fire management experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level as described below -OR- 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree, in a field of study that is directly related to this position. 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. Selective Placement Factors (currency required and must be maintained) Moderate Pathway #1 Primary Core Requirement(s):
TFLD Secondary Core Requirement:
ICT3 or RXB2 Moderate Pathway #2 Primary Core Requirement(s):
HEB1 Secondary Core Requirement:
ICT3 This key fire management position is categorized under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard as a Wildland Fire Operations Specialist Moderate Complexity. Minimum IFPM qualification standards must be met prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at https:
//www.ifpm.nifc.gov/ Prior experience in wild land firefighting is required in order to carry out the duties of this position. You will not be considered for this position if you do not have prior wild land firefighting experience. Note:
The position is covered under the secondary/administrative category for special firefighter retirement provisions. You may meet qualification requirements but not be eligible for special retirement coverage. If you are not eligible for special retirement coverage, you will be placed in the regular retirement system. The Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA),P.L. 114-47, allows certain individuals who currently or formerly were under time-limited competitive appointments at certain land management agencies to compete under merit promotion procedures:
Current appointees:
Note:
You must submit ALL SF-50s and performance information for each period of temporary/term employment that qualifies for LMWFA. Must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency. Must have served under 1 or more time limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; AND Must have performed at an acceptable level. Former appointees:
Must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency, Must have served under 1 or more time limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; Must apply for position within 2 years after separation, Must have been separated for reasons other than misconduct or performance; AND Must have performed at an acceptable level
- Department:
0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences - Salary Range:
$51,440 to $66,868 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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