Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. This position is located in Battle Mountain, NV. Information about Battle Mountain and the surrounding area can be found at: Battle Mountain Chamber of Commerce We expect to fill one (1) vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities As the District Manager, directly accountable for overall program direction, execution, and approval of all activities within the District. Other duties include but are not limited to: Responsible for development and implementation of a District vision/strategy which integrates key national and state program goals, priorities, and values and political, economic, social, technological, and administrative factors. Responsible for applying the policies and programs of the Department of the Interior in the management of natural and cultural resources on BLM managed public land. Responsible for establishing and enhancing working relationships and alliances within the District and State Office organizational structures as well as with others outside of BLM Nevada. Responsible for the acquisition and administration of the human, financial, material, and information resources necessary for the operation of the District. Responsible for setting short and long-term direction and priorities for accomplishment of work within the district. Performs personnel management tasks such as making selections, approving leave, establishing performance standards and evaluating performance. 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. For the GS-14 grade level - One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as experience applying the concepts, principles, and practices of multiple-use land management in directing the use of public lands for the continuing benefit of the public. There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-14 grade level. 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 within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level. Physical Demands: Work is mostly of a non-physical nature behind a desk as in a public contact situation; however, field inspection trips are necessary involving walking, bending and climbing on steep and uneven terrain. A considerable amount of travel may be required. Work Environment: In addition to office routine, the duties may involve being outside in, at times, extreme weather conditions. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. Education This position falls under the group coverage qualification standards for Administrative and Management positions there is no Individual Occupation Requirement for this position. Additional Information 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 within the local commuting area with supervisor approval. This is a not-to-exceed one (1) year detail/temporary promotion assignment. At the expiration of this assignment, or whenever your services are no longer needed, you will be returned to your position or to a position of equivalent pay and grade within your agency of record. 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): This program applies 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 eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel, per diem, and lodging expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulations. 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.