Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens - No previous federal service is required. This position is being advertised under an OPM government-wide Direct Hire authority.

CTAP and ICTAP candidates in the local commuting area.

Duties

• Performs as helicopter specialist on the unit providing technical expertise for helicopter projects (e.g., aerial ignition, spraying, seeding, etc.).
• Certified to operate, maintain, inspect, and service a wide range of specialized helicopter accessory equipment, which is very technical, highly specialized, and expensive.
• During initial attack, ongoing fires, other natural disasters, search and rescue, and other emergencies, may serve in the capacity of incident commander, helicopter manager, or helibase manager.
• Independently manages and oversees complex helicopter operations, utilizing different helicopter models with varying capabilities.
• Provides pilots, crews, and dispatchers with detailed instructions on incident objectives, situations , and tactics.
• Determines incident needs and orders personnel, equipment and supplies through appropriate incident ordering channels.
• Ensures subordinates are trained and qualified to perform missions safely and efficiently.
• Coordinates, and serves as lead instructor for unit and geographic area courses or workshops which instruct personnel in helicopter operations and wildland fire operations.
• May oversee and be certified to function in program enhancement mission, e.g., aerial ignition operations, cargo let down operations, single skid toe-in, hover entry / exit operations, etc.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, prepares schedules for completion of work, and approves leave.
• Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees.
• Coordinates within the unit to ensure timeliness, form, procedure, accuracy, quality, and quantity standards are met.
• Evaluates work performance of subordinates, setting standards, monitoring, and final evaluating of subordinate performance.
• Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as verbal warnings, cautions, and reprimands.
• Responsible for the on-the-job safety and health of all employees supervised.
• Provides leadership and supervision over a CA-BLM Light Helicopter Module in all aspects of training, preparedness, suppression, special projects, and employee development.
• Plans, writes, and implements Aviation Safety Plans.
• May assist or lead in helicopter contract solicitation, evaluation of contract packages, review of contract awards, provide contractor evaluations, and recommendation or review of contract invoices

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the
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