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USDA Forest Service

Forestry Technician, GS-0462-05/06


Announcement Number:
OCRP-SMKJMPR-462-5/6DP
Application Deadline:
09/30/2011
Nationwide
Open Date:
11/24/2010
Salary Range:
30772.0
44589.0
Location Notes:
These positions are located at Missoula, MT, Grangeville, ID, West Yellowstone, MT, McCall, ID, Redding CA, Redmond, OR, Winthrop, WA.
Pay Schedule:
Annual
Who May Apply:
US Citizens
Time Limit:
Permanent - No time limit
Promotion Potential:
6
Number of Vacancies:
50
Work Schedule:
Full Time




Agency Marketing Statement:


Notes:

  • Positions may be filled as career ladders (GS-5/6) or could be filled at the full performance level at the GS-5 or GS-6 dependent upon the individual unit's needs.
    The locations of Smokejumper Bases include: Missoula Smokejumpers (Missoula, MT); Grangeville Smokejumpers (Grangeville, ID); West Yellowstone Smokejumpers (West Yellowstone, MT); McCall Smokejumper Base (McCall, ID); Redding Smokejumpers (Redding CA); Redmond Smokejumpers (Redmond, OR); and North Cascades Smokejumpers (Winthrop, WA).
    APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE SMOKEJUMPER SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SHEET. This form is available at http://www.fs.fed.us/fsjobs/employ/asap/index_nw_centralized_temporary_hiring.htm. Applicants can attach the supplemental sheet to their application or fax those documents to: (253) 573-9869 to have them attached to your application. Please make sure your name is on all documents.
    To obtain more information about the USDA Forest Service and individual locations, go to www.fs.fed.us (a search can be done by State or by Name), or visit the Smokejumpers website at www.fs.fed.us/fire/people/smokejumpers/index.html.
    These are permanent positions with varying tours of duty and may include weekend work. Some positions may have irregular and protracted hours of work. Tours of duty could include full-time or less than full-time (guaranteed minimum 13 pay periods full-time employment).
    Please read the vacancy announcement thoroughly and follow all instructions to ensure proper consideration. If you are unable to apply on-line or have questions about the meaning of items in the vacancy announcement, please contact Human Capital Management at 1-877-372-7248 Option 2.
    The closing date will be dependent on USDA Forest Service needs (e.g.,budget, length of season, etc.) Individual units will be issued Referral Lists to selecting officials throughout the life of this recruitment bulletin.
    Some Fire positions may have Conditions of Employment such as: a valid state drivers license; a commercial drivers license (CDL); pre-appointment and random drug testing; or a physical or medical examination. There may be additional Conditions of Employment not listed here, however applicants will be notified of any specific requirements at the time a tentative job offer is made.
    There may still be some individual announcements advertised at various locations in this series, grade, and specialty. These announcements will be posted at the USAJOBS www.usajobs.opm.gov and ADS www.avuedigitalservices.com websites.
    Applicants may choose up to nine (9) different location codes during the application process. Applicants are encouraged to contact those specific locations you are interested in working for to inquire about position availability.


Duties:

  • Serves as a smokejumper performing parachute jumps and other duties in the management of wildland fires under a wide variety of conditions. Operates radios, telephones, and other necessary equipment to exchange information for fire, weather, and other forest management activities. Develops, analyzes, and applies fire strategy and tactics on wildfire incidents, makes work assignments, reviews work performance, and completes reports. Cares for and maintains tools, equipment, jump gear, and parachutes.


Contact Information:

ASC-HRM Staffing
877-372-7248
fsjobs@fs.fed.us

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