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Under the direction of the Klickitat Fire Unit Manager, performs professional and skilled technical fire suppression assignments. Responsible for prevention, suppression, pre-suppression, training of permanent, seasonal and fire district staff. This position also assists with fuels reduction projects, fire education and burn permit/ smoke management activities within the district. Supervises seasonal engine crews during the summer months. This position interacts with administrative and other personnel of the agency, other governmental agencies, and the public. Work is assigned both in writing and verbally depending on the assignment. This position works twelve months in the fire program and assists with the Prevention, Regulation and Training (PRT) program.

• Four (4) years of experience working in a wildland fire program;
• NWCG qualified single resource boss in ENGB or CRWB and Type 5 IC or higher;
• Experience supervising or leading wildland firefighting personnel- training, preparedness and suppression;
• Knowledge of burn permit regulations;
• Knowledge of regulatory education and enforcement;
• Experience in forest fire prevention and suppression techniques;
• Knowledge of general wildland forestry skills (e.g., compass and map reading, driving on unimproved roads, etc.);
• Skills in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor degree or Associates degree in Fire Science, Natural Resource Management or a closely related field;
• Knowledge of employment rules and regulations;
• Knowledge of agency policies, practices, and procedures;
• TFLD Supervisor and Incident Commander Type 4 (or higher) NWCG qualifications;
• Experience in writing burn permits and addressing smoke management-related issues;
• Knowledge of natural resource management policies and issues;
• Commitment to continual learning and adaption to technology advances;
• Skills in evaluating others’ abilities, and assessing training needs;
• Facilitative skills to work with groups of people to solve issues.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must possess at minimum Single Resource Engine Boss (ENGB) or Single Resource Crew Boss (CRWB) and Type 5 IC or higher NWCG certification.
• Must pass the work capacity test at the arduous level.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• May require night and weekend work, as well as travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience.
• This position requires driving as an essential function.  Essential means that driving is a fundamental, crucial part of this position and not a marginal function.  Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately-owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must submit the following:
  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
  • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
• You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Note: Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record issued from all states in which they have held a license during the past 3 years.

Questions?  Please contact Jordan Tsubota at (541) 980-1110/ Jordan.Tsubota@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.  You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed. This announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, genetic information, military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1128.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.