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Position Title: Forestry Technician (Fire Dispatch)
Agency: Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number: CADHA-22-11522666-SC Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, June 9, 2022 to Friday, June 24, 2022

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Porterville, CA

B. San Bernardino, CA

2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

1. I qualify for the GS-7 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of specialized experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 1 year of graduate level coursework directly related to fire management, and I will provide a copy of my transcripts showing all directly related graduate level coursework.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

2. I qualify for the GS-6 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of specialized experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 1 year of graduate level coursework directly related to fire management, and I will provide a copy of my transcripts showing all directly related graduate level coursework.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

3. I qualify for the GS-5 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of specialized experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 4 years of coursework leading to a bachelor’s degree directly related to fire management, and I will provide a copy of my transcripts showing all directly related coursework.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

4. I qualify for the GS-4 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of general experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 2 years of coursework above high school, and I will provide a copy of my transcripts showing all of my coursework completed.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

5. I have a current valid State Driver's License or can obtain within 30 days of hire.

A. Yes.

B. No.

6. I have at least 90 days of wildland firefighting experience as defined in the job posting.

A. Yes.

B. No.

7. Indicate the response that best describes your level of experience in fire coordination and dispatching concepts and procedures.

A. I have not had experience, education, or training in performing this task.

B. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed this task on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor, manager, or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by supervisor, manager, or senior employee.

E. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task, and (or) others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

8. Select the statement that best describes your skill level in dispatching utilizing the Interagency Resource Ordering Capability (IROC).

A. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of the job, independently and usually without review by supervisor or senior employee.

E. I have supervised performance of this task and/or I have trained others in performance and/or am normally consulted by others as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

9. Identify the dispatching responsibilities you have been assigned as part of a job.

A. Gathering facts and making decisions to allocate resources to breaking fires.

B. Monitor and engage in fire emergency communications.

C. Placing and receiving orders for resources.

D. Supervising an expanded dispatch operation.

E. Acquire fire weather data and relay to management or senior employees.

F. Brief managers and dispatchers about the status of fire operations.

G. None of the above.

10. Select the following types of resources you have experience in dispatching.

A. Overhead

B. Equipment

C. Aircraft

D. Supplies

E. None of the above

11. Identify the specialized work related to fire dispatch that you perform as part of a job:

A. Monitor and/or engage in fire emergency communications.

B. Maintain a log of all telephone calls and conversations that transpire regarding fire activities.

C. Monitor fire weather data for changing or hazardous conditions.

D. Interpret fire weather data and relay to management or senior employees.

E. Obtain weather observations from field stations.

F. Compile and interpret lightning detection data.

G. Monitor resource status and availability wherever needed.

H. Brief managers and/or dispatchers about the status of fire operations.

I. Brief the public about the status of fire operations.

J. Prepare a daily fire situation report to inform fire personnel and management of changing events.

K. None of the above

12. Identify the types of dispatcher-related positions you have held.

A. Initial Attack Dispatcher

B. Support Dispatcher

C. Supervisory Dispatcher

D. None of the above

13. Identify the tasks related to fire-related communications that you have performed as part of a job:

A. Demonstrate cooperation with others within a structured fire organization in order to accomplish organizational goals or duties.

B. Work with other team members under stressful and adverse conditions in order to achieve team goals.

C. Direct the work of other fire employees as needed or on a limited basis in order to accomplish organizational goals or duties.

D. Display courtesy tact and politeness to others while dealing with individuals who may be difficult, hostile, or distressed.

E. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, peers, and/or individuals from the public regarding fire related topics, events, or concerns.

F. None of the above.

14. Select the following multi-tasking functions where you have experience.

A. Multi-frequency radios/Multi-line telephones

B. Computers/file systems

C. General public/news media

D. Analyzing situations/selecting alternatives

E. Involved in multiple “all risk requests” where priorities must be determined by the nature of the situation

F. None of the above

15. I have used a computer based radio communication system as part of a job.

A. Yes

B. No

16. I have used computer aided dispatch (CAD) systems to dispatch resources.

A. Yes

B. No

17. I have worked in the following stressful type work environments:

A. Fire dispatch office

B. Law enforcement dispatch office

C. Interagency dispatch office (USDI, USDA, etc.)

D. All Risk dispatch office (fire/law enforcement)

E. Fire fighter

F. Law enforcement officer

G. None of the above

18. I have been responsible for providing and coordinating the services of the following organizations in both fire and non-fire emergency operations:

A. Local law/fire enforcement

B. Other agencies, state/federal, etc.

C. Media personnel

D. None of the above

19. Select the statement that best describes your experience or education in using multi-frequency radio communication systems:

A. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.

B. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed this task on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor, manager, or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by supervisor, manager, or senior employee.

20. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify/understand the information provided above.

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