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The Forest Health Section of the Wildfire Division is seeking a Community Wildfire Preparedness Coordinator for the Wildfire Prevention and Fuels Reduction Program in Olympia, WA.
This position works under the guidance of the Wildfire Prevention and Fuels Reduction Program Manager to provide statewide support to DNR region staff, conservation districts, fire districts, existing and prospective Firewise USA sites and Fire Adapted Communities, and other at-risk populations. The duties of this position are essential to ensure appropriate and coordinated wildland fire risk reduction prevention, education, and outreach activities occur throughout Washington.
Duties of this position include:

• Coordination of non-regulatory wildfire prevention and preparedness including development of communication plans and media releases, identifying appropriate outreach opportunities and techniques, soliciting partners and stakeholders to identify partnership opportunities, and coordinating a statewide WUI technical assistance program
• Assistance with development, implementation, and administration of wildland fire risk reduction prevention and education programs including NFPA’s Firewise USA program, Fire Adapted Communities, Wildfire Awareness Month, and associated grant programs
• Delivery of formal and informal outreach on wildland fire prevention, preparedness, and mitigation including training, presentations, and seminars on Firewise USA, Fire Adapted Communities, hazard reduction activities, and other wildland fire prevention programs

• A bachelor’s degree in education, administration, marketing, graphic design, natural resources, or other applicable field.
• Two years of employment as a fire fighter, fire prevention educator, or fire mitigation professional.
• Three years’ experience in fuel reduction, forest restoration, forest health projects, or project management. Experience must demonstrate project management expertise.
• Two years’ experience building partnerships and project coordination with varied stakeholders and coordination with representatives of other agencies. Experience with state and local government programs preferred.
• One-year experience administering contracts, interagency agreements, grants or other partnership agreements.
• Familiarity with and ability to present/deliver wildfire prevention, public safety education, wildland fire risk reduction strategies.
• Knowledge and ability to articulate clearly the guidelines found within NFPA 1141/1144 and communicate concepts for application on homes and property.
• Ability to convey messages correctly, clearly, and persuasively using excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using graphic design and marketing skills to expand educational program participation.
• Experience developing, hosting and delivering wildfire prevention, public safety education, wildland fire risk reduction strategies, and Firewise USA/Fire Adapted Community to diverse audiences.
• Two years’ experience performing wildfire risk assessments and home assessments.
• Experience writing, evaluating, and obtaining funds through successful grant applications for wildfire preparedness, prevention, and mitigation activities.
• Familiarity with DNR assistance programs and the services and methods of technical and financial assistance delivery.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS to document, compile, and map observations and potential projects.
• NFPA Assessing Structure Ignition Potential from Wildfire/Home Ignition Zone training.
• Certified as NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS)

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• The incumbent in this position is required to travel.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential 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.

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 Andy Tate at (360)902-1798, andy.tate@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.