Range Technician

Summary The Range Technician performs technical work in support of rangeland management programs, including monitoring land conditions, collecting field data, and assisting with grazing administration and resource management activities. The position supports the sustainable use and protection of public lands by helping implement range improvements, conducting surveys, and working with permittees and stakeholders. These positions are seasonal and report to Cedarville, CA or Susanville, CA. Learn more about this agency Duties Duties at the lower grade level are performed under supervision, at the higher grade level duties may be performed with greater independence and responsibility. Conduct field inspections and monitoring to evaluate vegetation conditions, grazing use, and overall land health. Collect, record, and analyze rangeland data such as forage use, soil conditions, and ecological trends. Support the administration of grazing permits and leases, including ensuring compliance with established guidelines and authorizations. Identify and recommend range improvement projects such as fencing, water development, and restoration efforts. Conduct range inventories and surveys, and summarize findings to support land use planning and resource management decisions. Communicate with permittees, landowners, and the public to explain range management practices, requirements, and findings. May lead small crews or projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Be sure to read the 'How to Apply' and 'Required Documents' Sections. You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands. Direct Deposit Required. Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume. 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. This position has an individual occupational requirement (IOR) requirement for the GS-5 level. In order to be considered you must meet one of the below requirements: Related specialized experience; or Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position; or Successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. To qualify for the GS-5: In additional to the above IOR, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-4 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assisting in the collection or recording of field data related to range conditions such as vegetation, forage use, livestock movement, water sources, range inventories, or mapping activities. Observing and reporting livestock use, unauthorized grazing, or trespass. Assisting with range improvement projects such as mending fences, water systems, vegetation treatments, or weed management activities. Using basic tools or equipment to collect measurements and field data. Providing basic administrative or program support for rangeland operations. OR Successful completion of 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the position. OR A combination of education and specialized experience. To qualify for the GS-6: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assisting with or independently conducting range monitoring and inspections to evaluate grazing use, vegetation conditions, or compliance with management plans. Assisting with the administration of grazing permits and leases, including maintaining records and supporting compliance activities. Implementing rangeland management activities, including operating tools and equipment, and applying established procedures. Communicating with permittees, landowners, or stakeholders to explain procedures, findings, or requirements. OR One full year of graduate education with a major of study directly related to the work of the position. Examples of qualifying fields include range management, natural resources management, forestry, wildlife biology, or similar areas. Education must include coursework that demonstrates knowledge of rangeland resources, vegetation, soils, or land management practices relevant to the duties of this job. OR A combination of education and specialized experience. To qualify for the GS-7: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-6 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assisting with or independently conducting range inspections and monitoring activities to evaluate vegetation conditions, grazing use, and land health. Collecting, recording, and analyzing field data related to rangeland resources such as forage utilization, soil stability, water sources, and ecological conditions. Applying established range management principles, policies, and technical guidelines to support grazing administration, range improvement, or land use decisions. Assisting in the development, implementation, or monitoring of range improvement projects (e.g., fencing, water developments, restoration efforts). Supporting the administration of grazing permits or leases, including compliance checks and documentation of permittee activities. Assisting in preparing reports, summaries, or recommendations based on field observations. Communicating with internal staff, permittees, or stakeholders regarding range conditions, resource management practices, and compliance requirements. OR One full year of graduate education with a major of study directly related to the work of the position. Examples of qualifying fields include range management, natural resources management, forestry, wildlife biology, or similar areas. Education must include coursework that demonstrates knowledge of rangeland resources, vegetation, soils, or land management practices relevant to the duties of this job. OR A combination of education and specialized experience. 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: Position required frequent field work requiring considerable amounts of walking, riding, stooping, bending, and lifting. Office work may be sedentary. Work Environment: Field work is subject to exposure of extreme heat and/or cold weather, rough terrain, insects, snakes, wild animals, and other hazards. Office work is performed in an adequately lighted, heated, or air-conditioned area. Education If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information. 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 85 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. This position is not eligible for Telework. We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. All positions may not be filled or they may be filled at different times depending on budget, hiring needs, and requirements. These positions are temporary and are expected to last for up to 6 months. These positions have no promotion potential, if you want to be considered for a higher grade you must apply for the higher grade. If selected from this announcement you may be rehired for identical positions without further competition based on work needs, funding, or any other condition of employment. If selected from this or a similar competitive, seasonal announcement, your appointment may be creditable for consideration under PL-114-47, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA)?. The Act allows certain individuals, who have or had time-limited appointments at land management agencies, to compete for any permanent position in the competitive service under "internal" merit promotion procedures. For more information, see the section under Eligibility, which starts with Question #15 (Q15. Who is eligible for appointment under these provisions?). 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