Supervisory Wildland Firefighter; Fire Operations Moderate Complexity - Authority

Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource.

• Supervises multiple Supervisory Wildland Firefighters and provides second-level supervision over staff.
• Provides oversight during initial and extended attack fires and directs fireline activities and tactics of dispersed firefighters, resources, equipment, and aircraft.
• Applies knowledge of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area, weather, fuels, and training in fire management.
• Determines appropriate fireline tactics and properly locates fireline and determines appropriate construction methods.
• Coordinates with dispatch office regarding current fire behavior and fire conditions, release of resources, and other logistical considerations.
• Supervises and directs moderately complex fuels management projects or participates in more complex projects by conducting project assessments and gathering data, planning, and implementing.
• Provides for follow-up actions to safely and effectively manage wildland fires.
• Ensures preparedness of wildland fire suppression equipment and staff.
• Develops and implements a physical training program to enhance the ability of crew members.
• Maintains working relationships and pre-incident coordination with applicable cooperators and wildland fire responders.

• 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.
• Security Clearance/Background Investigation 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).
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.