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Eastern Washington University

Wildland Fire Management Specialist at Washington State Department of Natural Re

Eastern Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Salish Assistant Fire Unit Manager, Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMS)Recruitment #2024-2-A057Full-time, Permanent, Represented positionLocation: Northwest Region- Sedro Woolley, WAFlexible Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and consideredRelocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary: $4,174.00 - $5,615.00 MonthlyResponsibilities:This position reports to the Salish Unit Fire Unit Manager (FMO) and works under the guidance of state regulations, agency policies and procedures, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and agency strategic plans. This position provides leadership and oversight as the Salish Assistant Fire Unit Manager to one Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (Fire & Forest Health Specialist), two seasonal Engine Leaders, and 9 seasonal Firefighters.

Job duties include but are not limited to:Fire Protection and Suppression Program- Protects human life and natural resources on department-protected lands while minimizing resource loss and fire costs as outlined in RCW 76.04.015,016.Preparedness- Recruits and hires up to 19 seasonal firefighters annually to staff fire crews.Preparedness- Develops and implements annual pre-suppression fire training for district staff.Supervision- Supervises 1 Wildland Fire Management Supervisor and is responsible for the supervision of 3 Engine Leaders, as well as up to 9 Seasonal Fire Fighters in daily activities including training, pre-suppression, suppression, and fire regulation enforcement.Suppression- Providing supervision and incident leadership during wildland fire suppression (Initial Attack or Extended Attack).Prescribed Fire Support – Leads and supervises crew to conduct site fuels and fire effects data collection, unit preparation, assist with burn plan writing, community outreach, and Rx burn implementation support to include firing, holding, burn boss, etc.Community Resilience - Lead and supervise crew to conduct home ignition zone assessments as part of Wildfire Ready Neighbors or independent requests from landowners and/or communities. In addition to Home Ignition Zone assessments crew members may participate in community education days, plan and participate in community outreach and prevention events, and participate with local cooperators on community outreach projects.Forest Health and Fuels Treatment – Leads and supervises crew to conduct non-commercial thinning and slash abatement, project layout, and compliance in coordination with State Lands and Landowner Assistance staff.Required Qualifications:Certified as an NWCG Single Resource Boss.Certified NWCG Incident Commander Type 5 or higher;OR the ability to obtain during the probationary period.Supervisory Experience.Experience in agreement and contract negotiations.Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.Team effectiveness- understanding and ability to increase team effectiveness by focusing on situational awareness, communication skills, teamwork, task allocation, and decision-making within a framework of standard operating procedures.

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