Description

Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2
Recruitment #2023-5-7898
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: South Puget Sound Region- Belfair, WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $3,558.00 - $4,777.00 Monthly

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our South Puget Sound Region. South Puget Sound Region, Wildfire District is actively seeking to fill a Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2 position in the Spillman Fire Unit. This position will be filled on a permanent basis. The selected applicant will be stationed in the Spillman Fire Unit at the DNR’s Ramirez Building located in Belfair at the Mission Creek Correctional Facility. The Spillman Fire Unit encompasses Mason and Kitsap Counties. This unit protects a diverse population in rural and industrial lands, as well as growing urban-interface communities throughout the counties. Fire starts can be high considering our moderate climate. Fire environments in the unit are very dynamic. On any given day, you could be secluded in one of our area’s working forests many miles from pavement or operating close within the Wildland Urban Interface. In this dynamic environment positive interagency relationships.

South Puget Sound Region, Wildfire District is actively seeking to fill a Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2 in the Spillman Fire Unit. This position will be filled on a permanent basis. The selected applicant will be stationed in the Spillman Fire Unit at the DNR’s Ramirez Building located in Belfair at the Mission Creek Correctional Facility. The Spillman Fire Unit encompasses Mason and Kitsap Counties. This unit protects a diverse population in rural and industrial lands, as well as growing urban-interface communities throughout the counties. Fire starts can be high considering our moderate climate. Fire environments in the unit are very dynamic. On any given day you could be secluded in one of our area’s working forests many miles from pavement, or operating close within the Wildland Urban Interface. In this dynamic environment positive interagency relationships and cooperation is essential for the success of our agency and those we work with.

Duties

Responsibilities:
This position will provide field support of fire suppression, fire investigation, fire prevention and fire regulation activities within the Spillman Unit and SPS Region. The position will be a part of a dynamic team environment: filling critical fire leadership roles; developing and monitoring projects supporting the agency and wildfire missions; interacting as an agency representative with timber industry personnel, fire district partners, and the public; and providing supervision of seasonal staff in the absence of your immediate supervisor. Under the guidance of the Assistant Unit Manager, you will be engaged in all day-today operations in the Spillman Unit.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 18 years of age and high school diploma or G.E.D. at time of hire.
• Single Resource Boss NWCG qualifications of one of the following; Engine Boss, Crew Boss, Felling Boss, Heavy Equipment Boss, Helicopter Manager or the ability to obtain one the qualifications listed above within one calendar year of employment and NWCG qualified as an Incident Commander Type 5.
• Knowledge of and experience with firefighting techniques, practices, terminology, equipment and other resources for wildland fire management including support needs, communications, safety precautions.
• Knowledge of wildland fire regulatory practices, burn permit process, and experience conducting Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination investigations.
• Experience in supervising wildland firefighting personnel.
• Experience with the use of MS Office software.
• Demonstrated experience professionally communicating with a variety of groups to include subordinates, superiors, the public, and other partner organizations both written, verbal, and face to face, especially in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining cooperative, effective working relationships both internally and externally.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment :

• Requires large majority (70%) of work is performed alone in isolated, unimproved natural areas. Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Requires large majority (80%) of time in the field traveling alone between fires, work centers, and burn permit locations. This includes may include driving in icy and snow covered roads, during low visibility conditions and stormy weather.
• Must annually pass the work capacity test at the arduous level as required by NWCG.
• Ability to obtain an NWCG qualification of Wildland Fire Investigator within 24 months of appointment to the position.
• Ability to obtain an NWCG qualification of Single Resource Boss (Engine and/or Heavy Equipment) and Incident Commander Type 4 within 1 year of appointment to the position.
• Activity working towards the NWCG qualification of Task Force Leader and Strike Team Leader.
• A valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Desired Qualifications:

• A Bachelors or Associates Degree from an accredited institution in a Fire Science, Forestry, Natural Resource, or related field or two years of wildland fire fighting experience with one year experience supervising wildland firefighters.
• Meeting NWCG qualifications as a Task Force Leader, Strike Team Leader and ICT 4.
• Completed FEMA ICS courses I-100, I-200, IS-700, IS-800.
• Skilled in supervision, leadership and management of people.

Supplemental Information

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates that move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted via email from info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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