- Position Title
- Range Technician
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- UTTEMP-25-12710034-EG Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, March 17, 2025 to Monday, March 31, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
3.
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.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
4.
I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration.
5.
I understand that I must ensure my resume, supporting documents (SF-50 or other official document to verify date of birth), transcripts, fire qualifications (IQCS), etc., are not password protected or contain redacted information that could make my application package ineligible.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Range Technician position with the Utah Bureau of Land Management.
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents.
1.
I affirm my submitted resume contains my work experience that, at a minimum, includes my job title(s), occupational series and grade (if federal employment), start and end dates (for example, 7/18/2021 to 4/21/2023 or 07/2021 to 04/2023), hours worked per week (for example, full-time, 40 hours per week or if part-time, 20 hours per week), and duties specific to each position I have listed. I understand failure on my part to provide this information in my resume will deem me ineligible for further consideration for this position.
2.
*I qualify for the GS-5 level because:
3.
*I qualify for the GS-6 level because:
4.
*I qualify for the GS-7 grade because:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Recording simple range measurements in the field.
6.
Planning and completing various types of range improvement projects, i.e., fences, cattleguards, wells, springs or pipelines.
7.
Working in various aspects of livestock management e.g. roundups, branding, doctoring, etc.
8.
Experience as it relates to allotment compliance inspections to determine authorized/unauthorized use.
9.
Experience associated with allotment management plans or grazing systems.
10.
Using rangeland management principles, practices, and concepts.
11.
Reporting and initiating trespass findings to higher level rangeland management specialist.
12.
Utilizing maps and photos to determine locations.
13.
Experience with office computer software.
14.
Maintaining files of documents, maps, site records, and reports.
15.
Using range machines, tools, or equipment effectively.
16.
Using computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
17.
Using GPS technology for use in vegetation mapping, acreage determinations, and road and property line locations.
18.
Producing reports with graphics, maps and spreadsheets relating to range projects.
19.
Ability to display courtesy, tact and politeness to others while dealing with individuals who may be difficult, hostile, or distressed.
20.
Working well with others.
21.
Maintaining communication with supervisor and co-workers during work situations.
22.
Communicating clearly, courteously, and professional with supervisor, work lead, co-workers, internal and external customers.
23.
Recording simple measurements in the field.
24.
Collecting and recording data.
25.
Organizing and prioritizing work.
26.
Recording and documenting scientific measurements in the field.
27.
Ability to use computers to prepare scientific reports and to respond to requests for scientific data information requests.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
28.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all 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.