Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Information about Phoenix and the surrounding area can be found at Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities Serves as the primary leadership position providing direction, coaching and support to facilitate problem solving and accomplishment of Monument and associated District goals and programs. The incumbent is responsible for overall program direction, execution, and review of all activities within the Monument in coordination with the District Manager. Responsible for making decisions that sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. Performs personnel management functions such as making selection of employees; participating in position and pay management programs; establishing performance standards and evaluating performance; Identifying developmental and training needs of employees; Providing and making provisions for training. Responsible for maintaining a sound organization that effectively and efficiently uses personnel, equipment, materials and financial records. 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. 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: (1) Management skills, such as analyzing program efficiencies, contract administration, budget analysis, and/or, natural resource management. Dealing with organizational methods, funds, people, equipment, and/or other tools or resources; and/or (2) Advising leadership on complex administrative and technical programs, processes, and procedures, including providing solutions to complex administrative problems; and/or, (3) Overseeing/supervising a resources staff such as: Archaeologist, geologist, wildlife biologist and/or park ranger. 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. 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. Education 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): 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 85 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 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. 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.