JOB SUMMARY: Positions at the GS-06 level have been identified as key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. These positions have been categorized as a Senior Firefighter (SFF), and require selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at the IFPM website. MAJOR DUTIES: This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Wildland Fire. Under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location identified in this Public Notice. Veterans' Preference is not applicable to this announcement. To learn more about Direct-Hire Authority, go to: OPM.GOV Hiring Information - DHA. The National Park Service (NPS) is looking for temporary employees to work on Helitack (helicopter) Crews in Yosemite NP, CA (Yosemite NP). For more information on Types of Crews, click here. A Wildland Firefighter (GS-06) serves as an experienced wildland firefighter on a Helitack crew performing the following duties: locates fire line, directs and participates in fire line construction, backfiring and burnout operations, tree felling and holding/patrol mop-up operations. Directs the fire suppression efforts of the helicopter module. Directs the loading of helicopter personnel and cargo, considers weight and balance, securing cargo. Completes manifests of personnel and equipment being transported to the fire or other work sites. Inventories and inspects helicopter accessories, fire tools, and equipment. Ensures that needed tools and equipment are available for firefighting tasks. For contact information and housing availability, visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES website. To view a list of contacts by agency, select California. For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
