Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Battle Mountain, Nevada or Tonopah, Nevada. Information about Battle Mountain or Tonopah and the surrounding area can be found at Battle Mountain or Tonopah We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is offering a 10% incentive if eligible (See additional information). Responsibilities Utilize knowledge and experiences related to project management principles to independently plan and coordinate work, develop cost estimates, track costs, monitor progress, and provide status briefings to management at various agency echelons. Leads and directs IDTs carrying out environmental studies and evaluations. Provides direction and support to IDT members to meet project timelines by assisting in document preparation or finalization or other duties as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining consistent, timely communications with all internal and external customers in order to fully gather and understand information regarding requirements and needs. Develops, institutes, coordinates, and engages internally and externally, with Federal, state, local, and tribal governments, project sponsor, and the public to manage expectations through information sharing and strategic messaging. Assures early identification of project risks, problems or issues and facilitates the resolution of identified risks, problems or issues in the most appropriate manner. 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-12 Level: Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as: use of project management techniques on complex and/or controversial projects relating to land use, including leading interdisciplinary teams for compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. NEPA, ESA, NHPA); and effective oral and written communications with internal and external stakeholders regarding complex or controversial projects. 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 job involves prolonged hours of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an office environment. Standing and hiking in adverse climate may be required for fieldwork. Work Environment: The work environment varies from an office setting where the incumbent is in contact with work associates to a field setting where the incumbent is working alone or in a group, in remote and adverse situations. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. Education This position falls under the Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301 Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR). There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level. Additional Information Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: his position is offering a Relocation/Recruitment Incentive, 10% of the annual salary. To be eligible for a Relocation Incentive, you must be a current Federal Employee and the selectee must be employed with the Federal Government and the selectees current duty location is more than 50 miles from the duty location of this position. To be eligible for a Recruitment Incentive, selectee must not be employed by the Federal Government. 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 90 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. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number NV-Merit-24-12463158-KJ, 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.