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Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Twin Falls and Boise, Idaho. Information about Idaho and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill four vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities The Range Technician performs technical rangeland management work in support of the Emergency Stabilization and Rehabilitation (ESR) program planning and project implementation. Advises specialists at the Field Office level on appropriate vegetation species selections, seeding methods, and seeding rates for proposed ESR treatments. Uses a wide variety of hand tools and specialized equipment to maintain equipment and range project infrastructure. Operates off road vehicles (4x4 pickups, SUVs, and UTVs) and heavy equipment (i.e. ag tractors, forklifts, transport trucks, etc.). Applies laws, regulations, and bureau policies regularly when carrying out weed management and ESR work. Assists in identification of noxious weeds, applies knowledge of Integrated Pest Management policies when selecting/using weed control methods, and monitors treatments of noxious weeds. Assists in collection and synthesis of field data and organization of data in the office, including use of GPS and GIS technology. 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. For GS-7 You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples, under detailed guidance: assisted with range improvement projects; used established methods to identify, treat, control, and prevent weed infestations; conducted or assisted with range inventory surveys; operated and maintained weed treatment equipment. For GS-8 You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples, under the guidance of rangeland management specialists: conducted monitoring studies to determine the need for ESR and Rangeland improvements; performed conventional rangeland management duties that have well-established expectations; implemented a variety of precedented weed treatment management activities. For GS-9 You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-08 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples, under direct supervision and general guidance: performed a variety of post-fire management support functions; implemented and monitored ESR treatment plans; participated in rehabilitation and fuels management surveys. 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 by 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. Physical Demands: The work ranges from sedentary when completing duties in the office to frequent field work requiring a considerable amount of walking, riding, stooping, bending, and lifting. Work Environment: Office work is performed in adequately lighted, heated, and air-conditioned offices. Much of the time is spent in the field where exposure to extremes of heat and cold, rough terrain, insects, snakes, and other hazards are common. The incumbent carefully adheres to all safety procedures to mitigate hazards encountered. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Graduate education or an internship meets the specialized experience required only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position. One full year of graduate education meets the requirements for GS-7. Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements for GS-8/9. (transcripts required) 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 85 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. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number ID-DE-12534999-TPS, which is open to all qualified persons. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. 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. This position is considered a career ladder opportunity, with a full performance level of GS-09. If selected at a lower grade level, you may be non-competitively promoted to the next grade level at the discretion of your supervisor and is contingent upon meeting regulatory and legal requirements for promotion, satisfactory performance, and the availability of higher-level work. Promotion is not guaranteed, and no promise of promotion is implied.