You will serve as a Range Technician (Field Unit Hiring Authority) with the Bureau of Land Management. The primary purpose of this position is to perform technical rangeland management work in support of natural resource management programs in rangeland environments. Position is also open to all U.S. citizens under a separate announcement: CCCR-27-13098135-DE-MDW You must apply to each announcement separately to be considered under all recruitment methods.
At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Develop Allotment Management Plans according to established procedures and under the guidance of rangeland management specialists. Assist in preparation of grazing leases and permits and in other range administration matters. Monitor range allotments for compliance with permit conditions and determine needs for range and watershed improvements.
Assist with identifying and documenting common plant species. Perform range management procedures and duties. Operate 4WD vehicles and navigate using standard methods and equipment. Assist with the maintenance of range improvements using commonly used methods, tools, and equipment. Collect field data, enter information into computer applications, and assist in developing basic reports and maps.
Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level. Salary Range: GS-5: $40,736 - $52,9571 GS-6: $45,409 - $59,031 GS-7: $50,460 - $65,599 First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.
https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification
This position is with Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $40736 – $65599/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-26 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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