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al. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. Applicants will be required to provide proof prior to appointment to validate their claim for preference. More detailed information is available on the Main Menu screen under the selection entitled, "Veteran Information."Completion of a probationary or trial period may be required, depending on the type of appointment. During this time period, employee's conduct and performance will be monitored in order to determine if employee will be retained.OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Check our website at: http://www.fs.fed.us/fsjobs for general information on the Forest Service.PERMANENT OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT:

s with fire dispatch through operation of radios, telephones, and other necessary equipment to exchange information for fire weather and other forest suppression activities. Drives the fire engine to wildland fire locations and positions it accordingly.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Qualifying experience for the GS-6 level includes one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5. Specialized experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-6 level may be met by completion of 6 months of graduate level education in a position-related field of forestry or natural resources management. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully c

loyment.HOW TO APPLY: In order to determine if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements for this position, please submit the following information: 1. Experience/Employment Information: a. Apply On-Line at www.avuedigitalservices.com/usfs/applicant.html. This online application process allows applicants to submit employment information that can be printed for personal use and saved and/or edited on the website for future use. The application process contains all the data elements that are required for resumes submitted for federal employment and may be submitted electronically. OR b. Apply by Scannable Questionnaire: This Questionnaire requires completion of a scannable form. You must request the instructions and form and submit the scannable application form and supporting documentation by mail. Locations and their codes will be listed in the application package. A facsimile of the scannable form cannot be accepted. 2. Eligibility Information: The following doc

reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the point of contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Government housing may be available.BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.Transfer of Station/Relocation expenses will not be paid except for current, permanent federal employees.FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous firefighter position under the provisions of 5 USC 8336(c) (CSRS) and 8412(d) (FERS). Applicants must be under age 37. Applicants who are age 37 or over may subtract prior federal service that is prior to 1987 and in approved primary/rigorous positions and tha

ing the first Gulf War or since 9/11/01, any official document attesting to your presence on active duty during the appropriate calendar periods. Veterans who fail to submit the supporting documentation with their application will not be granted veterans preference. If you are not able to attach the forms to your application, you may fax to 253-573-9869, please include name on all documents. b. Transcripts (official or unofficial) are required if education is used to meet basic qualifications requirements or meet education criteria in the quality category. Transcripts should be attached to the Avue profile or faxed to 253-573-9869; please include name on all documents.3. CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Notice of Expected Separation, performance appraisal information for current Federal employees or other proof documents are required if requesting priority placement consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (

e (9) different location codes during the application process. Applicants are encouraged to contact those specific locations you are interested in working for to inquire about position availability. To obtain more information about the US Forest Service and individual locations, go to www.fs.fed.us (a search can be done by State or by Name). This "search feature" will provide you with access to units websites for contact information, such as phone numbers, duty locations, and addresses. Units will be able to provide you with further insight into available opportunities.California vacant positions are listed on www.fs.fed.us/fsjobs/openings the report is called “Region 5 Centralized Permanent Fire Positions�. Arizona and New Mexico positions are listed on http://fsweb.r3.fs.fed.us/public/r3/fam/fire-hire/index.shtmlThese listings are for all current vacant positions at these locations. As selections are made the vacant positions will be filled behind those individuals who h

placement factors are made up of a primary and secondary NWCG core Incident Management Qualifications and Required Training, and the applicant must possess them to be considered eligible for this position. The selective placement factors for a CMGR are: Primary NWCG Core Requirement: Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD)AND90-days of wildland firefighting experienceANDSuccessful completion of NWCG Course#: S-491 National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) Currency in the above NWCG Incident Management Qualifications is not required. Refer to PMS 310-1 for definition of currency. Applicants are required to submit a copy of their Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training document) which contains documented proof of the certification or attainment of the above IFPM Selective Placement Factors in order to be considered eligible. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITIONFor the GS-10

ich contains documented proof of the certification or attainment of the above IFPM Selective Placement Factors in order to be considered eligible. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITIONFor the GS-06 position, in addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have had one (1) year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-05 in collecting and compiling fuels management field inventory data where a variety of fuel variations were involved. Participating in prescribed fire operations including line preparation, igniting, and/or holding strategies. For the GS-07 position, in addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have had one (1) year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-06 in planning and directing field resource data collection for fuel hazard management program. Assisting in developing and implementing specific plans for fuels treatment p

nd may be submitted electronically. OR b. Apply by Scannable Questionnaire: This Questionnaire requires completion of a scannable form. You must request the instructions and form and submit the scannable application form and supporting documentation by mail. Locations and their codes will be listed in the application package. A facsimile of the scannable form cannot be accepted. 2. Eligibility Information: The following documents must be electronically attached to your application to verify your eligibility and basic qualifications. Failure to provide this documentation may result in disqualification. a. If you are claiming 5-point veteran's preference, you must submit a DD-214, Member 4 copy. If you are claiming 10-point preference you must submit a DD214, Member 4 copy, an SF-15 (Application for 10-Point preference) and a letter (dated 1991 to present) from the VA or military department indicating your disability rating. Applicants claiming preference based on service p

up of a primary and secondary National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) core Incident Management Qualifications and Required Training. The applicant must possess these qualifications to be considered eligible for this position. For further information: http://www.ifpm.nifc.gov/standard/electronicver/electronic.htmIn order to be considered for this position, copies of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training document) which contain documented proof of the certification or attainment of the IFPM Selective Placement Factor for this position MUST be attached to your application. Failure to provide this documentation will result in disqualification. Please attach a Resume documenting your Fire Experience and Wildland Firefighting experience relevant to this vacancy. Those applicants not able to scan required documents can fax those documents to: (253) 573-9869 to have them attached to your application. Please make sure your name is

read the vacancy announcement thoroughly and follow all instructions to ensure proper consideration. If you are unable to apply on-line or have questions about the meaning of items in the vacancy announcement, please contact Human Capital Management at 1-877-372-7248 Option 2. The closing date will be dependent on USDA Forest Service needs (e.g.,budget, length of season, etc.) Individual units will be issued Referral Lists to selecting officials throughout the life of this recruitment bulletin.Some Fire positions may have Conditions of Employment such as: a valid state drivers license; a commercial drivers license (CDL); pre-appointment and random drug testing; or a physical or “medical� examination. There may be additional Conditions of Employment not listed here, however applicants will be notified of any specific requirements at the time a tentative job offer is made.There may still be some individual announcements advertised at various locations in this series, grade,

disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's Target Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The USDA Forest Service provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contac

eceived at the correct address and scanned prior to issuance of referral list. When there are no applicants for specific locations, the search area may be broadened when generating referral lists to include locations in the closest city nearby. To obtain more information about the US Forest Service and individual locations, go to www.fs.fed.us (a search can be done by State or by Name). We encourage applicants to contact supervisors at the chosen locations for specific information. To ensure continued interest and availability, applicants will be notified via e-mail reminding them to re-certify their application every 60 days. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age upon appointment. Some positions have other conditions of employment not specified in this announcement. Applicants will be notified of any specific requirements at the time a tentative job offer is made.HOW TO APPLY: In order to determine if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements for this position, p

d Conservation and Energy Act of 2008", also referred to as the "2008 Farm Bill", was signed into Law on June 18, 2008.  The Farm Bill amends the Federal Meat Inspection Act (FMIA) to include catfish as an amenable species under the Act.KEY REQUIREMENTS:U.S. CitizenshipSpecialized experience or education (See Qualification/Evaluation)R?sum? and supporting documentsRegistered for Selective Service, if applicable (See Benefits/Other)Occupational Questionnaire completion (See How to Apply)Background Suitability Investigation and fingerprintsAdditional Duty Location Info:Many vacancies - Throughout the NationMajor Duties:Entry-level positions filled through this announcement generally work in slaughter plants.  As a Food Inspector examining food animals in privately-owned meat or poultry plants, you are a valued member of a dynamic team that ensures the product is fit to eat and compliant with Federal laws.  Inspection is performed before and after slaughter to guarantee the product i

s federal employee)__ Copy of most recent performance appraisal (if you are a current federal employee)__ Second copy of application package IF you are a candidate with competitive status.  (NOTE:  All status candidates who wish to be considered under both alternative merit promotion and non-status competitive examining must submit two (2) complete applications when the position is open to both status and non-status candidates.  When only one (1) application is received, it will be considered under the alternative merit promotion procedures if the applicant is a current or former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility.)__ Support documentation for eligibility for special hiring authorities, such as disability, Peace Corps service, etc.  (If you have questions about whether you are eligible for a particular hiring authority, please call the servicing HR specialist or visit the web site at http://www.opm.gov/Strategic_Management_of_Human_Capital/fhfrc/default.asp .__ Suppor

0.00 /yearGS-11 Salary Range: $57408-$74628 per annum; GS-12 Salary Range: $68809-$89450 per annumOPEN PERIOD:Saturday, January 01, 2011 to Saturday, December 31, 2011SERIES & GRADE:GS-0180-11/12POSITION INFORMATION:Full-Time  Temporary position not to exceed 2 years with a possible extension up to 2 years PROMOTION POTENTIAL:12DUTY LOCATIONS:1 vacancy - Charlotte, NCWHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:Applications will be accepted from both US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.  For more information on citizenship restrictions log onto: http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/jobs/VISA/Countries.htmJOB SUMMARY:Find Solutions to Agricultural Problems that Affect Americans Every Day, From Field to TableThe Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organization.  ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's rese

ance appraisal (if you are a current federal employee)__ Second copy of application package IF you are a candidate with competitive status.  (NOTE:  All status candidates who wish to be considered under both alternative merit promotion and non-status competitive examining must submit two (2) complete applications when the position is open to both status and non-status candidates.  When only one (1) application is received, it will be considered under the alternative merit promotion procedures if the applicant is a current or former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility.)__ Support documentation for eligibility for special hiring authorities, such as disability, Peace Corps service, etc.  (If you have questions about whether you are eligible for a particular hiring authority, please call the servicing HR specialist or visit the web site at http://www.opm.gov/Strategic_Management_of_Human_Capital/fhfrc/default.asp .__ Support documentation if you are a USDA surplus or fede

tion 2. If you are having program problems (i.e., getting in to the application, saving items, etc.) please follow these instructions --click the technical support (bottom right hand corner of the main menu page) and see if your question/problem scenario is there, if so, click on that item to see what it tells you, if you don't see your specific situation stated there, click on the email support and send ADS an email. They will get back to you in a reasonably short amount of time.Please check Job Posting Information, Summary, for the area of consideration (i.e., Who May Apply), and time limit information.Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible - Coverage is dependent upon unit location.BASIS OF RATING: The category rating procedure is used to rank and select eligible candidates. Under category rating, applicants who meet basic minimum qualification requirements established for the position and whose job related competencies have been assessed are ranked by being placed in one of the followin

should contact USDA's Target Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The USDA Forest Service provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the point of contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Government housing is not available.BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities,

pplying for this position. This announcement constitutes the required 30 days advanced notice for testing requirements.TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements with 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement OR within 30 days of the date a referral list is issued for open continuous announcements. Former federal employees applying to positions at a higher graded position than previously held may be subject to TIG requirements as well.Applications submitted in postage-paid Government envelopes will not be accepted.Applications received become the property of the USDA Forest Service and will not be returned.The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in