Forestry Technician
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Instruct and provide on-the-job training to personnel in the use of wildland fire control equipment Assess size and potential of fires and determine the appropriate response Develop and select appropriate suppression tactics Direct other engine crew members where/how to position the wildland fire engine for safe and effective operation Drive and operate type 6 wildland fire engines Work often requires physical exertion overseeing fire suppression activities including walking over rough, steep, uneven terrain in all weather. Field work performed in steep terrain uneven surfaces, rocky, or covered in thick vegetation. Temperatures are frequently extreme, both from weather and fire conditions where the presence of smoke and/or dust conditions are frequently severe. The employee is faced with emergency situations at all hours, long shifts or multi-day assignments. Only experience and education obtained by July 30, 2019 will be considered. Minimum
Qualifications:
One year of specialized wildland fire experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include:
perform fire prevention activities such as patrolling to gauge fire potential and occurrence; distribute literature explaining the fire prevention program to the public; prepare fire reports; instruct and provide on-the-job training to personnel in the use of wildland fire control equipment, methods, and safety procedures; operate wildland fire engines weighing up to 18,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW); assist in maintaining records of fire time and attendance work done by fire crews, and related activities, OR Completion of at least 1 year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education directly related to this position, OR Possess an equivalent combination of graduate education AND qualifying experience. 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. This key fire management position is categorized under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard as a Senior Firefighter, Moderate complexity. Minimum IFPM qualification standards must be met prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at https:
//www.ifpm.nifc.gov/ Selective Factors:
Applicants must possess all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position:
Primary Core Requirement:
Firefighter Type 1 (FFT 1) Secondary Core Requirement:
Completion S-290, Intermediate Fire Behavior Must have a minimum of 90 days of WILD LAND firefighting experience on the fire line to be considered for this job. Selectees for IFPM positions requiring currency will be required to obtain and maintain currency for the NWCG qualifications listed above. Prior experience in wild land firefighting is required in order to carry out the duties of this position. You will not be considered for this position if you do not have prior wild land firefighting experience. Note:
The position is covered under the primary category for special firefighter retirement provisions. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 showing you were honorably discharged. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference in addition to the proof required by that form. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
These programs apply to employees who have been or may be involuntarily separated (e.g. reduction in force, declining to relocate/transfer outside their local commuting area) 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 for this position, you must:
(1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal or Removal Notice; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; or Removal and most recent performance appraisal.). For more information visit:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Instruct and provide on-the-job training to personnel in the use of wildland fire control equipment Assess size and potential of fires and determine the appropriate response Develop and select appropriate suppression tactics Direct other engine crew members where/how to position the wildland fire engine for safe and effective operation Drive and operate type 6 wildland fire engines Work often requires physical exertion overseeing fire suppression activities including walking over rough, steep, uneven terrain in all weather. Field work performed in steep terrain uneven surfaces, rocky, or covered in thick vegetation. Temperatures are frequently extreme, both from weather and fire conditions where the presence of smoke and/or dust conditions are frequently severe. The employee is faced with emergency situations at all hours, long shifts or multi-day assignments. Only experience and education obtained by July 30, 2019 will be considered. Minimum
Qualifications:
One year of specialized wildland fire experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include:
perform fire prevention activities such as patrolling to gauge fire potential and occurrence; distribute literature explaining the fire prevention program to the public; prepare fire reports; instruct and provide on-the-job training to personnel in the use of wildland fire control equipment, methods, and safety procedures; operate wildland fire engines weighing up to 18,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW); assist in maintaining records of fire time and attendance work done by fire crews, and related activities, OR Completion of at least 1 year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education directly related to this position, OR Possess an equivalent combination of graduate education AND qualifying experience. 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. This key fire management position is categorized under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard as a Senior Firefighter, Moderate complexity. Minimum IFPM qualification standards must be met prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at https:
//www.ifpm.nifc.gov/ Selective Factors:
Applicants must possess all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position:
Primary Core Requirement:
Firefighter Type 1 (FFT 1) Secondary Core Requirement:
Completion S-290, Intermediate Fire Behavior Must have a minimum of 90 days of WILD LAND firefighting experience on the fire line to be considered for this job. Selectees for IFPM positions requiring currency will be required to obtain and maintain currency for the NWCG qualifications listed above. Prior experience in wild land firefighting is required in order to carry out the duties of this position. You will not be considered for this position if you do not have prior wild land firefighting experience. Note:
The position is covered under the primary category for special firefighter retirement provisions. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 showing you were honorably discharged. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference in addition to the proof required by that form. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
These programs apply to employees who have been or may be involuntarily separated (e.g. reduction in force, declining to relocate/transfer outside their local commuting area) 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 for this position, you must:
(1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal or Removal Notice; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; or Removal and most recent performance appraisal.). For more information visit:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
- Department:
0462 Forestry Technician - Salary Range:
$37,843 to $49,200 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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