Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Vernal, Utah. Information about Vernal and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities This position serves as the Vernal Field Manager for the Green River District Makes principal decisions for the Vernal Field Office in regards to the uses of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) administered lands and resources. Establishes relationships with the local, Tribal, State government and Congressional staff. Works closely with stakeholders to address their interests as it relates to livestock, timber and mining industries. Provides leadership and support to enable problem solving and accomplishment of the Field Office goals and objectives. Establishes priorities for the Field Office’s mission and assigns work and projects based on those priorities. Listens to and addresses employee complaints referring any unresolved issues to the appropriate staff member. Directs, executes and reviews all activities within the Field Office. Conducts resource planning with representatives of Federal, State, tribal and local governments, the general public, public land users and private landowners. Ensures proper management and utilization for real and personal property. 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. To qualify at the GS-14 level you must meet the following: Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level comparable in difficulty and complexity to perform the duties of a Field Manager. Qualifying specialized experience includes: providing supervision, leadership, motivation and direction in program areas that support the management of multiple-use and/or natural resource management within an organization; developing and maintaining effective relationships with a variety of groups, such as local, State and Federal agencies, Tribal governments, advisory groups, congressional staff, interest and user groups, private organizations, and/or the media; demonstrating experience in workforce and strategic planning, identifying issues, resolving conflicts and/or negotiating solutions; oversighting responsibilities for administrative and/or financial management functions including budget planning; and enforcing policies and/or regulations related to programs such as leave administration, performance appraisals, workforce utilization and/or staffing best qualified individuals for appropriate positions. Education: Please note there are no educational substitutions at this 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 by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Normally works in an office setting with occasional trips to the field. Occasionally required to walk moderately long distances over rough terrain during normal fieldwork. Work Environment: Office work is accomplished in an adequately lighted and heated facility. When in the field, subject to injuries when walking in rough terrain and exposure to uncomfortable hot and cold temperatures. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer. 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)/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 Tax Law Impact for PCS: Moving expenses reimbursement is a taxable benefit. However, the Federal Travel Regulation 18-05 issued by General Services Administration has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance and Relocation Income Tax Allowance to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. 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. This announcement is being advertised concurrently under number UTMP-25-12641103-CH, 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.