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Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Las Vegas, NV. For information on Las Vegas visit: Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates based on capability and expertise, evaluates work performance, develops performance standards, gives advice or instruction on work and administrative matters, identifies developmental and training needs. Key member of the field management team; work closely with the Field Manager and National Conservation Area (NCA) Managers to coordinate timelines and milestones for completion of permits, land use actions, and other projects. Promotes internal and external communication with local interest groups, individuals, users, the general public, State and Local Government, other Federal personnel, and Federally recognized Native American Tribes. Assists Field Manager in achieving and maintaining effective relationships with news media, resource users, local government officials, interest groups to foster public awareness and local needs are considered in Bureau resource activities. Responsible for the overall planning and development of all of the programs for which they have been assigned in the Field Office. Ensures compliance with laws, including Federal Policy Management Act of 1976, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Archeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), National Landscape Conservation System Strategy Coordinates multiple-resource activities closely with other resource professionals, staffs, and Divisions in the District Office to ensure that the Field Office programs are synchronized with other programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. Selective Placement Factors: 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: Will maintain a current, valid State Driver's License with appropriate endorsements to operate government owned vehicles. This position has a Basic Education Requirement (BER) which can be satisfied by meeting one of the following job series 0193/0401/0486: Archaeologist 0193: There are multiple ways to satisfy the Education Requirement: 1. A degree that included three (3) semester hours each in the following course areas: History of archeology. Archeology of a major geographical area such as North America or Africa. Regional archeology, archeological cultures, or sites in a specific part or portion of a major geographical area to acquire or develop a foundation for regional specialization for professional development. Theory and methods of archeology. Methods include, but are not limited to, typology, classification, sampling, cultural evolution, diffusion, dating, and analytical techniques. Archeological field school, to provide a basic understanding of theoretical and practical approaches to research design implementation, field preservation techniques, and report preparation by participation in actual field work. AND, six (6) semester hours of related course work in: Geography, geology, or cultural geography; History, historiography, or historical archeology; Environmental studies; Scientific writing (nonfiction English composition); and/or Surveying; AND, archeological field school. -OR- 2. Related Curriculum: A related degree in anthropology (with emphasis on ethnology, physical anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be accepted as satisfying in full the educational requirements, provided the curriculum supplied academic course work sufficiently similar to the requirements in #1 above (including archeological field school). -OR- 3. Combination of Education and Experience: College-level education or training that provided knowledge equivalent to that described in #1 above, plus appropriate technical experience or additional education. -OR- 4. Experience: Four (4) years of archeological work experience that demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional archeology. The work experience must have included archeology field experience, which may include that gained in an archeological field school. Field experience should have included a combination of professional experience in archeological survey, excavation, laboratory analysis, and preparation of written materials. Applicants with such field experience should, after additional experience under the direction of a higher grade archeologist, be able to demonstrate the ability to be a crew chief, directing the work of others at a single location as a part of a larger archeological project. Natural Resources Specialist 0401: Degree requirement: degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Wildlife Biologist 0486: Degree requirement: Degree in biological science that included at least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects such as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; AND at least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.); AND at least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences; OR a combination of education and experience -- equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. At the GS-12 Level: In addition to meeting one of the basic education requirements given above, you must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes experience working in a natural resource environment applying Federal laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines; experience planning, developing, or implementing nature resource programs; leads and/or coaches individuals in planning, organizing, or completing management objectives; experience in providing guidance on complex issues and policies; experience in coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve land management or natural resource objectives. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level. Education This position can fall under the Archeologist, Natural Resource Specialist or Wildlife Biologist, 0193/0401/0486 Professional and Scientific Positions. There are Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for these job series, basic education requirements see Qualifications section. This position has a positive education requirement. You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. All selections and tentative offers of selection are contingent upon submission and verification of 'official' transcripts. Physical Demands: Approximately 80% of the incumbent's work is performed in an office setting. Approximately 20% of the incumbent's work would involve travel or field work. Occasional required travel to other locations which can require air travel or vehicle travel of more than 5 hours. There are occasional field to sites that require four-wheel drive vehicles, fixed wing aircraft, helicopter, and boats, potentially in adverse climatic conditions. Field work may involve long hours of driving four-wheel vehicles in rugged terrain, extended hiking, and the occasional movement of heavy objects. Field work involves walking, bending, and climbing on steep and rough terrain. Meetings can be controversial and generate considerable stress. Work Environment: Most work is performed in a typical office setting. Field assignments are performed in areas exposed to temperatures more than 115 degrees and/or wind chill factors approaching 0 degrees for several hours at a time. Some outdoor work requires special safety precautions. The incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.