OUTREACH NOTICE
Helicopter Rappeller Senior Crewmember
Job Title: Forestry Technician (Helitack) GS-0462-04/05 13&13 PSE
Vacancy Number:
15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45DP (Demo)
15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45G (Merit)
The Region 6 Rappel Program anticipates filling multiple GS-0462-04/05 Permanent Seasonal
Senior Rappeller positions for the 2015 fire season to possibly include the following duty stations:
 Blue Mt. Rappellers (La Grande, OR.)
 Central Oregon Rappellers (Prineville, OR.)
 Malheur Rappel Crew (John Day, OR)
 Siskiyou Rappel Crew (Grants Pass, OR.)
 Sled Springs Rappel Crew (Enterprise, OR.)
 Wenatchee Valley Rappellers (East Wenatchee, WA)
This notification is being circulated to inform prospective applicants of these upcoming
opportunities and inform interested candidates about the application process and deadline.
Applications must be submitted no later than February 3rd.
About the Position:
The Pacific Northwest Rappel Program is looking to hire professional, experienced, motivated and
physically fit candidates to serve as Senior Firefighters on a Helicopter Rappel Crew. There will be
a guaranteed minimum tour of 13 pay periods. We desire individuals who can work well
independently and in a team environment. The job of an aerial delivered firefighter is a
demanding and challenging position. The Region 6 Rappel Program has a reputation of being
professional, hardworking and dedicated to providing a product that we can be proud of. We
take great pride in our program. If this sounds like a good fit for you please fill out the attached
response form and send it to the base or bases that you would like to work for. We strongly
encourage candidates to make phone calls and visit with programs to gain more information
about the positions as well as the local areas.
Interested:
If you are interested in applying for a position with any of the above listed programs you will need
to go to https://www.usajobs.gov/ to create an account as well as an applicant profile. Apply to
announcement 15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45DP or 15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45G and select the
duty stations that you would like to apply for. This outreach will close on February 3rd and a
referral list will be requested. Applications must be received by the closing date to be considered.
For more information on the hiring process or questions about the positions with specific programs
please contact the hiring official associated with that crew.
Employment Tour:
13&13
Entry Level Grade and announcement
numbers:
Where to apply and Recruitment Period:
GS-0462-04/05 - 15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45DP
15-FIREOCR-462HTKSRFF-45G
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Applications must be submitted in usajobs by February 3 2015 to
be considered for selection.
Blue Mountain Rappellers
Duty Location: La Grande, OR.
JD Connall – Base Manager
WK: 541-975-5441
Jconnalll@fs.fed.us
Joe Cochran – Hiring Manager
WK: 541-416-6840
jrcochran@fs.fed.us
Joey Fansler – Hiring & Training Manager
WK: 541-620-0083
jdfansler@fs.fed.us
Dan Quinones – Base Manager
WK: 541-471-6847
dquinones@fs.fed.us
Griff Williams – Base Manager
WK: 541-426-5660
gewilliams@fs.fed.us
Travis Will – Helicopter Foreman
WK: 509-884-2492
twill@fs.fed.us
Central Oregon Rappellers
Duty Location: Prineville, OR.
Malheur Rappel Crew
Duty Location: John Day, OR.
Siskiyou Rappel Crew
Duty Location: Grants Pass, OR.
Sled Springs Rappel Crew
Duty Location: Enterprise, OR.
Wenatchee Valley Rappellers
Duty Location: East Wenatchee, WA
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activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex,
marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information,
political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any
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disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille,
large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202)720-2600 (voice and
TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400
Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202)
720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer
OUTREACH NOTICE FORM
PACIFIC NORTHWEST RAPPELLERS
SENIOR FIREFIGHTER, GS-462-4/5
Deadline: February 3rd 2015
NAME:
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EMPLOYEE, ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO BE REHIRED UNDER ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
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_____PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
_____VETERANS READJUSTMENT
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After completing this form please submit it to the appropriate hiring official listed in
the outreach. Thanks for your interest.
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Eastern Oregon and has an elevation of approximately 3,500 feet. Enterprise is located on Highway 82,
about a one hour drive from LaGrande, Oregon, just off Interstate 84, and two hours from Pendleton,
Oregon to the west and two hours from Lewiston, Idaho to the north on Highway 3. The population of
Enterprise is approximately 2,000. Nearby are several smaller communities of Joseph, Lostine and
Wallowa. The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Ranger District and Wallowa Valley
Ranger District are located in Enterprise, which is situated in the mountains of Northeastern Oregon.
Both the Blue Mountain and Wallowa Mountain chains are located in the county. The Wallowa
Mountains are often referred to as the "Little Alps of Oregon".
ABOUT THE FOREST: The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest is 2,521,280 acres ranging from 875 to
9,845 feet above sea level. Plant life varies from desert-like countryside of Hells Canyon to the alpine
vegetation of the Eagle Cap Wilderness and Seven Devils Mountains. Generally, winters are cold and
snowy, spring and fall are mild, and summers are hot and dry. There are seven Ranger Districts with
additional offices in Clarkston, Washington and Riggins, Idaho.
The Forest lands include Eagle Cap Wilderness, Hells Canyon Wilderness, Monument Rock Wilderness,
North Fork John Day Wilderness, and Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. For additional information
visit our web site http://www.fs.usda.gov/wallowa-whitman.
HOUSING: House and apartment rentals range from $500 per month and up, and are in short supply.
Utility rates tend to be low. Prices for three to four bedroom homes range from $100,000 to $200,000
plus. No government housing is available on a year around basis. Real Estate information can be found
at www.wallowavalley.com
THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES: Enterprise is the county seat of Wallowa County in the northeast corner of
Oregon. It is a rural community with population of about 2000 and is a full service community with a
new hospital, K-12 School, 5 motels, and 9 churches. Elevation is 3500', annual precipitation is about
18", and snow is common from November through March though accumulations are rarely greater than
1 foot.
MEDICAL: Enterprise is a full service community, providing a brand new hospital with several local
physicians and specialists and a 32 bed nursing home facility.