Wildland Firefighter

U.S. Department of the Interior; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is looking for candidates for Wildland Fire positions under the Direct Hiring Authority. Applicants must meet rigorous requirements, including passing a pre-employment physical and a drug test. Positions may also require a valid state driver's license and adherence to background checks. This role is crucial for maintaining public safety and ensuring readiness in wildfire management.

Qualifications

• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Must pass an initial pre-employment physical examination.
• Must be able to pass the work capacity fitness test.
• Positions require a mandatory pre-employment drug test.
• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of appointment.

Job description

Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource.

This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Wildland Fire. Under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location identified in this Public Notice. Veterans' Preference is not applicable to this announcement. To learn more about Direct-Hire Authority, go to: OPM.GOV Hiring Information - DHA.

Duties

Requirements

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. To register or verify your registration, go to the Selective Service System website.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Failure to satisfy the background check will result in cancellation of offer of employment or may be grounds for termination.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/TESTING: You must pass an initial pre-employment physical examination and must be able to pass the work capacity fitness test (must carry a 45 lb pack for 3 miles within 45 minutes). Failure to meet any of the required medical qualifications will disqualify you for employment. Any condition, which would cause you to be a hazard to yourself or to others, will disqualify you for employment.
• DRUG TESTING: Positions require a mandatory pre-employment drug test. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received. The drug test will be provided at Government direction and expense. Once hired, employees are also subject to random drug testing during employment. This is in accordance with Executive Order 12564 and under the Department's Drug Free Workplace Program.
• Positions may require a valid state driver's license.
• Some positions may require a CDL; information will be provided at job offer.
• You must be 18 years of age or older at the time of appointment.
• All positions have medical qualification requirements.