C. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Alternates will be selected in case an award is forfeited. Official duties mean those tasks which they are currently performing, or which they could reasonably be expected to perform in the future. This includes potential duties in a different job or occupation at the same or higher level than the one currently held. Each course proposal will be evaluated in terms of BLM needs and staffing plans, and the career development needs of the employee.
All educational opportunities are to be within the commuting area of the awardee's duty station.
On-site, correspondence, extension, or telecommunication classes are acceptable. State HRDC members may apply. An award may be applied to one course, or to a series of courses which continues for more than one semester or quarter. The employee does not receive the award as cash. Books may also be paid for with BLM funds.