Public Lands Rights Examiner

Bureau of Land Management; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Land Management in Durango, CO is seeking a Land Law Examiner to adjudicate rights and privileges under public lands laws. You will research applications and claims for land use, minerals leasing, and mining on public lands, and prepare determinations for decision makers.

Applicants must meet the GS-05/07/09 qualification standards, including education, hours per week, and transcripts. Federal employment offers comprehensive benefits and a clear career path.

Qualifications

• Experience with real property laws and legal land descriptions.
• Ability to explain, apply, or interpret laws, regulations, or policies.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate rights and privileges under public lands laws.
• Research and decide on applications and claims for land use, minerals leasing, and mining on public lands.
• Prepare routine correspondence and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Real property law familiarity

Legal document interpretation

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Bureau of Land Management in Durango, CO is seeking a Land Law Examiner to adjudicate rights and privileges under public lands laws. You will research applications and claims for land use, minerals leasing, and mining on public lands, and prepare determinations for decision makers.

Applicants must meet the GS-05/07/09 qualification standards, including education, hours per week, and transcripts. Federal employment offers comprehensive benefits and a clear career path.