Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Vernal, Utah. Information about Vernal and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities This position serves as a Range and Wildlife Management Branch Chief for the Green River District. Oversees multiple resource programs: wildlife biology, botany, range, wild horse and burro, and weeds. Supports the Lands and Minerals Division (minerals, realty and renewable energy) programs by allocating adequate staff time to work on that Division’s projects. Provides direction in all phases of the organization’s program, work responsibilities and authorities by providing supervision, leadership, and guidance to staff. Provides leadership, direction and decisions required to implement and carry out multiple use and ecosystem management of resources consistent with policies and within delegated authority. Assigns and reviews environmental analysis work for the biological resources sections pertaining to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation. Oversees the range program by supervising and directing staff to perform allotment management work including permit administration, collecting fees and administering grazing on federal lands. Acts in a supervisory capacity to oversee and provide feedback on subordinates’ performance and conduct as well as developing training programs for entry level employees. Acts as a principle biological advisor by coordinating plans and actions with upper-level management, conservation organizations, special interest groups and public land users. Ensures compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA, wetland protection, threatened and endangered plants and animals, sensitive species, Sage Grouse and other wildlife-related laws. Supervises and mentors employees. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To qualify at the GS-12 level you must meet the following: Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level equivalent in difficulty and complexity to perform the duties of a Supervisory Natural Resources Specialist. Qualifying specialized experience includes: managing and coordinating biological or ranger programs; reviewing and editing technical documents associated with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process; and overseeing wildlife habitat field inventories and monitoring studies. Please note there are no educational substitutions at this grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Work is primarily in an office setting. There is frequent travel to field sites via four-wheel drive vehicles, fixed wing aircraft, helicopter, and boats. There is a potential for adverse climatic conditions. Field work involves walking, bending, and climbing on steep and rough terrain. Work Environment: Most work is in an office setting. Field sites involve exposure to adverse weather, i.e., rain, snow, cold and/or heat. Some outdoor work requires special safety precautions. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. Education This position has a positive education requirement which requires that you have: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in 1 above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.