Wildland Firefighter; Aviation Dispatch GACC)

Summary

This position is located in Region 5, Pacific Southwest, Redding, California. The primary purpose of this position is Regional fire aviation dispatching, scheduling Forest Service and contract aviation resources, aircraft, equipment, personnel, and supplies for suppression of wild land fires. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Region 5:
Pacific Southwest Region
- Brian Grabowski - brian.grabowski

Duties listed are at full performance grade GW-09 level. Takes fire suppression dispatching and mobilization action on a 24-hour basis, receiving calls and dispatching from home after office hours when "on call" lyzes the situation and dispatches requested aid from the Regional Office Zone IDC based on the variables of relative priorities, travel time, availability of transportation, and the qualifications of personnel to meet the request.

Responsible for the planning, development, operation, and implementation of the Regional light aircraft coordination plan, between the Regional Office, Forests, Zone and other Regions. Has the expertise to assure that operational standards and safety requirements are met. Responsible for implementation of agency flight following systems and procedures, while coordinating flight information with all units. Manages the ordering, scheduling, dispatching, and tracking of regional aircraft.

See QUALIFICATION section for educational requirements.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify. Must be 18 years of age. This is a drug testing designated position. You will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Appointment is based on a negative result. This announcement constitutes 30 days advance notice. Must pass the Work Capacity Test for certain Interagency Fire Program Management or Fire Program Management positions.

Secondary Coverage:
Prior wildland firefighting experience is required. Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable). Some Fire positions may have Conditions of Employment such as: a valid state driver's license; a commercial driver's license (CDL); pre-appointment and random drug testing; or a physical or medical examination. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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.

This is a Direct-Hire Authority position, all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, to include any selective placement factor(s), if applicable, will be referred to the selecting official. Before a certificate is issued to the selecting official, the resume is reviewed to ensure that you meet all the qualification requirements. A rating will not be used; veteran's preference does not apply due to the existence of the Direct Hire authority for this position.

Selections made under this authority will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would be given a new appointment.

Note:

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may be found…