Wildland Firefighter (Aviation) Unit Aviation Manager - Direct Hire Authority
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $82,812.00 - $109,958.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is a federal agency responsible for managing public lands for a variety of uses including recreation, energy development, and conservation. The BLM is committed to sustainable land management practices that balance the needs of the environment, wildlife, and people. With a vast portfolio of natural resources and diverse landscapes, BLM stands as one of the most significant land management entities in the United States, employing a dedicated workforce that values safety, innovation, and stewardship. The agency prioritizes workforce development and offers dynamic career opportunities in fields such as wildland fire management, natural resource management,... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Must read the how to apply and required documents sections
- Cannot hold an active real estate license or stocks in firms with interests in federal land
- Direct deposit required
- Background investigation required
- Appointment subject to favorable background/suitability determination
- Must meet physical fitness levels and pass medical exams for wildland fire personnel
- Selected applicants must submit to urinalysis and pass drug tests
- Must pass pre-employment physical and work capacity test
- May require completion of a one year probationary period
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
- Driver’s License required and GSA Form 3607 must be completed during onboarding
Job Qualifications
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/GW-09 grade level for current or former federal employees
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/GW-10 grade level for non-federal employees
- Experience assisting as an aviation specialist supporting natural resources and fire management operations
- Experience in oversight, budget planning, development, execution, and monitoring of aviation operations
- Experience advising managers on firefighting aircraft requirements
- Experience with general aviation policies for federal and state agencies
- Experience identifying and providing training for personnel using aviation resources
- Experience participating in aircraft incident investigations
- Experience coordinating with FAA or other agency officials for aviation activities
- Experience working as a Contracting Officer’s Representative on aviation contracts
- Must meet physical fitness standards and pass medical exams for wildland fire personnel
Job Duties
- Responsible for the unit’s Aviation Program including oversight, budget planning, development, execution, and monitoring of all aviation operations
- Serves as liaison for interagency coordination and use of aircraft on multi-agency emergency incidents, mutual aid responses, and military operations
- Develops Unit Aviation Plans, manuals, handbooks, and instructional materials and conducts workshops for field and interagency offices
- Manages the unit’s Aviation Safety and Training Program and conducts training needs analysis, sponsorship, and coordination as an Office of Aircraft Services certified Trainer
- Ensures dispatch center operations comply with accident and incident response measures
- Follows up on corrective actions issued in bureau safety reporting system records
- Participates in investigations for aircraft incidents and accidents
- Exercises delegated supervisory authorities including assigning and reviewing work, planning workloads, setting priorities, and scheduling
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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