Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. This position is location negotiable throughout Arizona and St. George, UT and is a member of the Major Projects Team within the division. The applicant will report to and work from a BLM AZ office. Information about Arizona and the surrounding area can be found at here. We expect to fill 1 vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities Serves as principal staff specialist or advisor on wildlife biology issues for the Major Projects Team. Provides advice and guidance on issues of current research in the field and its application to bureau habitat management, automation of wildlife management programs, and policy determination and interpretation. Coordinates with local government agencies, other State agencies, federal agencies, tribal councils, other BLM offices, and interest groups. State Office program lead contacts in regard to conserving, developing, and managing public rangelands in preparation of the necessary NEPA analysis (Environmental Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement), and FLPMA documents. Coordinates with appropriate federal, state, and tribal offices to obtain sensitive species information, habitat delineations, and survey information. Develops responses to Congress and other requests for information about the wildlife biology aspects of major projects. Provides technical guidance and assistance to the major projects team and project proponents on planning documents, use authorizations, feasibility studies and other activities within the wildlife biology program. Coordinates with stakeholders, non-government organizations. A member of the Major Projects Team within the Division. This team works on complex projects that span multiple states, are international, and/or are controversial as well as providing support for high priority in state projects. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. Basic Requirements: Degree: biological science that included: At least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; -AND- At least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.). -AND- At least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. -OR- Combination of education and experience: equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Specialized experience is further defined as prepare wildlife portions of environmental assessments; analyze surface use proposals on Threatened & Endangered Species; plan & conduct wildlife field inventories & monitoring studies; interpret data & prepare wildlife management plans. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The individual works in an office setting at this level. There may be some walking standing or bending. The individual would carry light items like books or papers. The individual may have to use an automobile. Occasionally, field work may involve hiking, riding horseback, or traveling in rugged terrain. Work Environment: The work is mostly performed in an office setting. However, when necessary to complete the work, there may be outdoor exposure. Outdoor exposure requires some discomfort in extremes of temperature or inclement weather. Education This position has a positive education requirement. See Qualification section. You must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information. Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number AZ-MP-24-12384595-CVS, for status candidates and special hiring authority eligible. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.