- Position Title
- Forestry Technician (Fire)
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R5-22-11505740-TL-FDHA Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, May 23, 2022 to Monday, June 6, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualifications
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Minimum Qualifications for GS 0462-06
2.
Minimum Qualifications for GS 0462-07
This position is subject to the qualifications and additional required training specified in the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Qualifications Standards and Guide.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Are you fully qualified in:
o Engine Boss (ENGB)
o Incident Commander, Type 5 (ICT5)
and trained in:
o S211 "Portable Pumps and Water Use"
(You must provide a copy of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record or other equivalent documentation which verifies you meet the required NWCG minimum qualifications for this IFPM position. Failure to provide this documentation by the closing dated of the announcement will result in you being rated as not qualified).
o Engine Boss (ENGB)
o Incident Commander, Type 5 (ICT5)
and trained in:
o S211 "Portable Pumps and Water Use"
(You must provide a copy of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record or other equivalent documentation which verifies you meet the required NWCG minimum qualifications for this IFPM position. Failure to provide this documentation by the closing dated of the announcement will result in you being rated as not qualified).
The duties of this position are so rigorous that employment is limited to young and physically vigorous individuals who must meet established age and physical qualification requirements.
4.
Age Restriction
Knowledge of strategies, tactics, and suppression methods used in containment and control of wildfires in order to relay assignments to module/crew members, accurately evaluate rapidly changing fire circumstances, determine when/if additional forces may be needed, or determine when circumstances warrant withdrawal of module/crew to a safe location.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Perform as a qualified engine boss (engb) on wildland fires
6.
Assist with fire safety training in the efficient operation and use of tools, equipment and tactics used in wildland fire activities
7.
Provide leadership and direction to subordinates in the recognition and mitigation of hazards in the wildland fire environment
Knowledge of fire behavior including causes of wildland fire, influence of temperature, humidity, wind, topography, slope and fuel moisture conditions, and fuels in order to know where to attack the fire, build fire line, where to be positioned to manage a wildland fire, and to identify hazards.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Assess size and potential of fires and determine the appropriate response
9.
Gather and consider weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behaviors in response to wildland fire incidents
10.
Implement wildland and urban interface fire suppression strategies and tactics
Wildland firefighting knowledge such as, but not limited to, fire engine and pump operations, hose lays, handcrew operations and/or
helicopter operations to enable the incumbent to function in assigned capacities and to instruct or supervise others.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Operate a fire engine
12.
Direct and lead fire crews engaged in prescribed fire operations
13.
Perform firing operations on a prescribed fire
14.
Perform holding operations on a prescribed fire
Specialized knowledge such as, chainsaw operation and repair, long line operations, rappelling, pump operation and water handling used in response to wildland urban interface situations, and in wildland fire management and prescribed burns.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Serve as a member of an engine crew using a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques in controlling and suppressing wildland fires.
16.
Utilize and maintain suppression devices and equipment such as: Drip torches, and very pistols/quick fire flares.
17.
Operate equipment in performing fire related activities such as: Axe, Fire shovel, Pulaski, McLeod, Chain saw, Pumps, Hoses.
18.
Drive and operate a Type III, IV or VI fire engine in off-road conditions.
Oral and written communication skills sufficient to interact with people at all levels, internal and, including the public.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Conduct safety and operational briefings
20.
Instruct employees on safety requirements and implementing corrective measures
21.
Distribute literature and explain the fire prevention plan to the general public.
Knowledge of related fields such as forestry, wildlife, botany, soils and water, cultural and historical resources in order to make informed fire operational decisions.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
22.
Coordinate with unit fire managers in identifying priorities, values at risk, ground and aerial restrictions on incidents
23.
Determine whether prescribed fire prescription elements have been met
24.
Evaluate fire effects, identify potential problems and make recommendations
Certification
25.
Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below: