2026.02.15

What’s Bureau of Land Management like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Range Technician position at Bureau of Land Management.

Ms.Smith

What job is being offered?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for a Range Technician at the Department of the Interior in Cottonwood, Idaho.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this job is between $17.47 and $22.68 per hour.

Dr.Job

Is this a permanent job?

Ms.Smith

No, this is a temporary appointment that won’t lead to permanent status, and it lasts for up to 1039 hours in a service year.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do I need to apply for the GS-3 level?

Ms.Smith

To qualify for the GS-3 level, you need 6 months of general experience in any job that shows you can do the work of a Range Aid, or you can have completed 1 year of study with at least 6 semester hours in relevant courses like range management or conservation.

Dr.Job

What about qualifications for the GS-4 level?

Ms.Smith

For the GS-4 level, you need 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience, but if you have 1 year of appropriate specialized experience, you don’t need general experience.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith