Wildland Firefighter Position

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. Applications will be accepted from all qualified U.S. citizens. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is looking for temporary employees to work on Engine Crews and Fire Suppression Modules.

Job Summary

A Wildland Firefighter (GS-03) is an entry-level wildland fire crew member. Performs assignments such as developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices, and terminology. May be assigned to carry out specialized assignments such as tree felling, backfire, and burnout operations. Utilizes a variety of specialized tools, equipment, and techniques while actively managing wildfires.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and considers information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents.
• Grants, NM
• During the application process, you may select up to SEVEN (7) locations from the list of available locations in this announcement.
• For contact information and housing availability, visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES website.

Requirements

• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check
• Failure to meet any of the required medical qualifications will disqualify you for employment
• Once hired, employees are also subject to random drug testing during employment

Benefits

• Annual, sick leave, and paid federal holidays
• Depending on tour of duty, Sunday, holiday, shift differential, and/or hazard pay
• Participation in the Federal Employees Health Benefit (FEHB) program

How to Apply

This is an online application process through USAJOBS. Your application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time by the closing date of the announcement. If you need assistance in applying on-line, please contact the DOI FIRES Program Office at .