Duties

• Serves as the bureau point of contact and coordination for these activities for their respective counterparts for the tribes/tribal governments in their area of responsibility.
• Develops and assists with overseeing the implementation of operational policies, procedures, and emergency action checklists to initiate and manage the local all-hazards alert notification process.
• Identifies shortfalls in response operations and/or exercises and recommends immediate corrective action and procedural and policy changes required to enhance emergency response.
• Maintains liaison with the appropriate Federal, State, and Tribal entities with oversight for emergency management planning and response.
• Leads, provides training in areas of expertise, or otherwise participates in training programs for emergency preparedness, damage assessment and disaster support and coordinates the provision of intra and interagency training in emergency programs.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Form BIA -4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
• If you are required to operate a motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties, the 25 IAM 4 Motor Vehicle Safety Program Policy applies. A Link is provided in the Additional Information Section.
• This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.
• Subject to call back around the clock for emergency management operations or may be required to remain at work during dismissal or closure situations.
• The position is also expected to be assigned to one or more emergency management team rosters to be activated during disaster operations and participate with the team in exercises.
• Incumbent must be prepared to work extended hours during emergency operations with little to no notice.
• NOTE: TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED. ANY RELOCATION EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH REPORTING FOR DUTY WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED EMPLOYEE.
• This position is Remote but must live and work in the following BIA Region location: Southwest/Navajo Region, as specified in the Summary section of announcement.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, GS-0089).

GS-13: I possess one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector: (1) Provides technical guidance to senior management officials regarding emergency management related regulations, policies, and procedures and assists with developing operational policies, procedures, and emergency response instructions. (2) Executes specified emergency functions during operations and exercises, identifies shortfalls during response operations and exercises and recommends immediate corrective action. (3) Serves as the technical authority and subject-matter-expert for the development of alert and notification policy, procedures, and determines methods of all-hazards notifications. (4) Experience working in an organization formulating, preparing, coordinating, and maintaining a variety of contingency plans, policies, directives, and regulations developed for emergency/disaster situations or similar type program. (5) Experience analyzing and evaluating complex operational reports, after action reviews, plans, and procedures. (6) Experience evaluating new or proposed legislation or policy; preparing implementation policy, plans, or procedures to ensure compliance of the Department with interagency guidance; and interpreting policy and provide guidance for others. These examples are not all inclusive (refer to the summary of duties for specialized experience).

EDUCATION: Education is not a qualification requirement at this grade level.

GS-12: I possess one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector: Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: (1) Experience in emergency management by applying knowledge of the laws, guidelines and policies governing various emergency management programs and operations to assist in developing, executing, and analyzing an emergency management program; (2) Experience applying analytical studies and evaluation methods to determine program compliance with emergency preparedness and management rules and regulations; (3) Applying a working knowledge of a variety of emergency, contingency and operations plans, policies, and directives to provide advice and assistance; (4) Experience working in an organization formulating, preparing, coordinating, and maintaining a variety of contingency plans, policies, directives, and regulations developed for emergency/disaster situations or similar type program. (5) Experience in applying the concepts, theories, principles, and practices of emergency management and apply that knowledge to assist in development of plans and procedures to coordinate emergency management programs and response activities. These examples are not all inclusive (refer to the summary of duties for specialized experience).

EDUCATION: Education is not a qualification requirement at this grade level.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the position to be filled.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472).

Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.

Education

N/A

Additional information

All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2023 Salary Tables here and select the duty station from the Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job) to choose the appropriate pay chart. If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart.

The full performance level of this position is GS-13. Promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. A career ladder promotion is at the discretion of management, and in no way guaranteed.

TELEWORK: Indian Affairs has determined that the duties of the position are not suitable for telework under any circumstances. This is a Remote Position.

As a incidental motor vehicle operator position, you may be required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required and be able to meet the safe driving requirements of the Bureau of Indian Affairs ( 25 IAM 4 Motor Vehicle Safety Program ).

Career Transition Assistance Programs: 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 for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP 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 or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp .

Certain candidates may be eligible to apply under a special hiring authority including those for disabled individuals, Peace Corps employees, Foreign Service employees, veterans, etc. For more information, visit the following OPM websites: USAJOBS Information Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/ ; Vets Info Guide: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/ .

Former Federal Employees are required to indicate whether they received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) buyout in their previous employment with the Federal government, and are required to submit a copy of the applicable Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) regarding the VSIP. Most individuals who accept reemployment with the Federal government within 5 years of receiving the VSIP amount, must repay the gross amount of the separation pay prior to reemployment.