Logistics Management Specialist (Assistant Dispatch Center Manager)
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Job Location:
Billings, MT - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 72832 - 94687
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
**THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED** - Applicants who previously applied do not need to apply again to be considered but may take this opportunity to update information/resume/responses or submit required documentation outlined in the announcement.
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource.
We expect to fill 1 vacancy in Billings MT at this time; however additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.
- Provide logistical planning coordination program direction and evaluation of the interagency logistics dispatch program.
- Analyze inventories and availability of all-hazard resources and directs the ordering and procurement necessary to meet objectives.
- Ensure that contingency plans are prepared to respond to emergency situations.
- Plan work objectives on a daily or project basis and make adjustments to meet priorities.
- Provide technical and operational direction to employees on day-to-day operations.
- Provide technical advice and staff support as needed and requested.
- Conduct workload analysis and determine level of support for operation and staffing costs.
- Participate in multi-agency fire management planning and assure on-going emergency response preparedness.
- Recommend modifications to existing systems and test new applications when necessary.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Be sure to read the HOW TO APPLY and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Sections.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Applicants appointed to this position must POSSESS (or OBTAIN within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state drivers license.
Qualifications
Specialized Experience Requirements:
In order to be rated as qualified for this position we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement(s); please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To be creditable this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled.
To qualify for the GW-09 grade level you must meet at least one of the following:
- Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW/GS-07 is required. Examples include performing the following dispatch support duties: training coaching and motivating staff and co-workers in wildland fire dispatch functions; directing others in mobilization reassignment and demobilization of wildland fire resources; independently making sound operational and cost effective decisions in high complexity situations. - OR -
- Education: Masters degree or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 years (36 semester hours) of graduate education which is DIRECTLY related to work of the position. - OR -
- A combination of education and specialized work experience described above.
Time in Grade Requirement: 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 in the normal line of progression for the position being filled.You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Selective Placement Factor(s): 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.
This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. This position has been categorized as a Initial Attack Lead Dispatcher/Assistant Center Manager and requires selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found here: Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM). To meet IFPM requirements you must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position (currency not required at time of referral but may be required to obtain and maintain currency if selected):
- Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD)
Physical Demands: Involves long hours of sitting intense concentration and working at peak proficiency/intensity levels with irregular breaks and mealtimes. Must be able to cope with the pressure of meeting timeframes and changing priorities.
Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in an office setting. During peak activity increased radio traffic numerous ringing phones and conversations result in high noise levels which require a high level of concentration to perform duties.
This is a secondary/administrative firefighter position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) (FERS). While secondary positions are not subject to the maximum entry age policy the selectee must have prior service in a primary position (3 years of service in primary/rigorous position(s)) and meet the transfer requirement for movement from a primary to secondary position to be eligible for special retirement coverage. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure this office has enough information to determine your retirement status to ensure you do not lose benefits (normally through submission of your SF-50). YOU MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN A PRIMARY POSITION.
FACT SHEET for Fire Positions: Information on Special Retirement.
Education
See Qualifications Section.
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Required Experience:
Manager
