Wildland Firefighter (Hotshot) (Seasonal) - Direct Hire Authority

This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans' Preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority This GW-0456-03/04/05 Wildland Firefighter position is with the US Wildland Fire Service working in various locations. Not all locations may be hiring for all grades. Applicants will not be considered for locations not selected.

For general information about the application process and temporary fire positions with the Department of the Interior, please visit our website. As a Wildland Firefighter (GW-03), your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Serves as an entry level wildland firefighter on the following types of crews: hotshot Participates in fuels management and fire suppression duties under the direction of higher-graded firefighters by attacking, controlling, or mopping up fires, building or patrolling firelines May assist in more specialized assignments such as backfire, burnout, and chainsaw operations Receives on-the-job training, instruction, and orientation in activities such as maintenance of fire tools and equipment; managing risks and hazards; and safety protocols Participates in physical fitness programs As a Wildland Firefighter (GW-04), your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Serves as a trained wildland firefighter on the following types of crews: hotshot May assist in specialized assignments such as tree felling, backfire, and burnout operations Performs portable pump operator duties such as pump site selection, set up, and operation Program and utilizes handheld and mobile radios to maintain communication Utilizes a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques while actively managing wildland fires; may be required to operate light vehicles and 4X4s As a Wildland Firefighter (GW-05), your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Serves as an experienced wildland firefighter on the following types of crews: hotshot Performs all aspects of wildland and prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding and mop-up Serves as lookout and as directed, locates fireline and implements appropriate fireline construction methods necessary (e.g., mineral soil scrape, cup trenching, removal of ladder fuels) to stop fire spread, making adjustments based on terrain and other conditions and assessing escape routes and safety zones Gathers and considers information on weather data, topography, fuel types and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents As assigned, ensures proper refurbishing and resupply of tools, vehicles, food, water, and other supplies Duty locations for these positions are: Flowood, Mississippi Sierra Vista, Arizona Zuni, New Mexico (Indian Preference Applies)

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation. Direct Deposit Required. Form BIA-4432, Verification of Indian Preference for Employment (if claiming Indian Preference). For this announcement, Indian Preference (IP) will be applied to candidates that are interested in applying for positions in the following location ONLY: Zuni, New Mexico. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. Selectees must pass a pre-employment medical examination and may be subject to post-employment medical examinations to determine if they are maintaining the fitness standards for this position. You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions. This position may require the incumbent to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of their official duties. Selectee may need to hold and maintain a valid state driver's license throughout their employment in this position. Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit sss.gov. You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. Subject to frequent extended particularly during fire season, and you may need to obtain a government charge card for travel. You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.