Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Elko, NV and Carson City, NV. For more information, please visit the Elko Chamber of Commerce or Carson City Chamber of Commerce. We expect to fill two (2) vacancies at this time. Additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is authorized a 20% incentive - see Additional Information. Responsibilities Serves as consultant, coach and supporter of employees in collectively solving problems and carrying out the organization's goals. Plans and implements Field Office budget to accomplish program objectives. Staff supervised includes multiple professionals/technicians in the management of Bureau programs such as range, noxious weed, wildlife, soil, water, air, botanical, recreation, wilderness, riparian, cultural, fuels, ecology, minerals, and fisheries. Monitors work to ensure that the members complete their tasks effectively and efficiently. Promotes internal and external communication and coordination, including local interest groups, individuals, users, the general public, state, and local governments, and other federal personnel. 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. This position has a Basic Education Requirement (BER) which can be satisfied by meeting one of the following: For the Archaeologist (0193 series): Have a degree in archeology or a related discipline that included 3 semester hours each in the following course areas: history of archeology; archeology of a major geographical area; regional archeology; theory and methods of archeology; AND an archeological field school; AND 6 semester hours of courses in geography, geology, or cultural geography; history; historiography or historical archeology; environmental studies; scientific writing and/or surveying, OR have a degree in anthropology, history, American studies, or a related discipline that included academic course work similar to that stated above including an archeological field school; OR have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in archeology or related disciplines appropriate to the position advertised; OR have four years of archeological work experience that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of fundamental principles and theories of professional archeology AND included archeology field experience equivalent to archeological field school. For the Geologist (1350 series): Have a degree in geology, which included or was supplemented by 20 semester hours in any combination of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological science, structural, chemical, civil, mining or petroleum engineering, computer science, planetary geology, comparative planetology, geophysics, meteorology, hydrology, oceanography, physical geography, marine geology, and cartography; OR have a combination of education and experience -- course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. At the GS-12 Level: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as experience working in a Natural Resource environment assisting in the preparation of land use plans, interdisciplinary activity plans and/or ecosystem plans; leads and/or coaches individuals in planning and organizing management objectives; communicate effectively to a variety of audiences. 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. Physical Demands: The incumbent's work primarily takes place in an office setting with some time spent in the field as needed. Office work has no special physical requirements but is mentally demanding. Field work may involve arduous walking and climbing in a variety of terrain, from flat to steep, rocky, and mountainous. Field work often requires operation of 4X4 vehicles and/or Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) to reach work sites. Work Environment: Office work takes place in an adequately lighted and heated indoor environment that requires no special safety precautions. Field work can involve driving long distances on unpaved roads and is carried out under various weather conditions, including temperatures that may range from 20 to 105° F. The incumbent may encounter poisonous insects, plants, or snakes while in the field. The incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations and use of Personnel Protective Equipment as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. Education This position can fall under the Archeologist or Geologist, 0193/1350 Professional and Scientific Positions. There are Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for these job series, BER see Qualifications section. This position has a positive education requirement (see qualification section for education requirements). 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. There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level. Additional Information Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: This position is offering a Relocation/Recruitment Incentive, 20% of the annual salary. To be eligible for a Relocation Incentive, you must be a current Federal Employee and the selectee must be employed with the Federal Government and the selectees current duty location is more than 50 miles from the duty location of this position. To be eligible for a Recruitment Incentive, selectee must not be employed by the Federal Government. 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. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number NV-Merit-24-12557665-RCM, for status candidates and special hiring authority eligible. 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.