Forest Crew Supervisor 2Northeast Region, Arcadia DistrictRecruitment # 2007-09-0383
AGENCY MISSION AND CHALLENGE:
The mission of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is to provide professional, forward-looking stewardship of our state lands, natural resources, and environment. DNR provides leadership under the Commissioner of Public Lands, an elected official, in creating a sustainable future for the State Trust Lands.
At the DNR, we envision a future in which our human and natural environment provides abundant and diverse social, ecological, and economic benefits for the people of Washington, in this and all future generations. In acting to ensure the vision, we ensure sustainability.
DNR manages over 5 million acres of state-owned land that includes forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. Since 1970 DNR-managed lands have generated $6 billion that support public schools, state institutions and county services. These lands also provide public benefits that include fish and wildlife habitat, clean and abundant water and public access to outdoor recreation. The DNR operates with a biennial budget of approximately $400 million and has over 1300 employees.
For more information about the department, see the DNR website at www.dnr.wa.gov
Job Classification: Forest Crew Supervisor 2
Type of Position:This is a permanent position.
This position is represented by the WFSE. Once appointed to this position the incumbent will be required to pay union dues or other representation fee within the first 30 days of employment.
Monthly Salary Range:$2433-$3150
Benefits Package:Health and dental insurance, retirement pension, vacation, sick leave and holidays
Posting Date:September 26, 2007C
losing Date:October 31, 2007
Location:Deer Park, WA
POSITION PROFILE
There is currently one Forest Crew Supervisor 2 position open in the Arcadia District of Northeast Region. Responsibilities include working closely with and assisting the Fire Suppression Forester in the delivery of the Arcadia Suppression Program as the lead worker supervising, training and documenting activities for (6) NRW-2 Engine Leaders and (12) Fire Fighters. Assigned duties include assistance in the issuance of burning permits, fire investigation origin and cause determination, maintaining district fire equipment and in providing fire training to district personnel and other cooperators. In addition helps other programs in the district as assigned including, but not limited to, State Lands.The Arcadia District Fire Staff consists of four permanent full-time employees and up to 37 seasonal staff who consist of 11 engines and 4 fire wardens. The Arcadia District is responsible for wild fire suppression and regulation on over 2 million acres of private and 90 thousand acres of state trust land. The Arcadia District averages 170 initial attack fires per year, and includes extensive urban interface in the greater Spokane area.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires the incumbent/candidate to have the following in order to perform the essential functions described in the Position Description Form (PDF): • Forest fire suppression and prevention techniques • Oral and written communication • Water delivery mechanics, pump and chain saw operation and equipment use • Burn permit regulation • Regulatory education and enforcement • Basic Forestry SkillsThis announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The DNR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial, and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR’s ADA Coordinator at (360) 902-1150. DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TTY) by dialing 711.
DESIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
• A Bachelor or Associates Degree in a Natural Resource field • Skill in supervision, leadership and management of people • Ability to perform as a team player in a demanding work environment • Knowledge of employment rules and regulations as they apply to permanent, career seasonal, and seasonal DNR employees. • Experience in supervising wildland firefighting personnel. • The desire and ability to be trained to a NWCG “Red Card” qualification level of Task Force Leader and Incident Commander Type 4 or higher, and use / maintain that level of certification. • Knowledge of the Incident Command System. • Exceptional written and verbal skills. • General forestry background, education or experience • Proven training experience (especially fire) • Maintenance, mechanical and technical expertise of engines, pumps and power tools. • Knowledgeable about safe operation of 4-wheelers, off road vehicle operation, snowmobiles, etc. • Proven ability in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Excel Spreadsheets, etc. • Forest Warden or Police Powers Commission.
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. • Must possess valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. • Must possess at minimum, current Single Resource Boss NWCG qualification. • Must pass work capacity test at the arduous level. • Must pass Criminal Justice Records Check (For applicable Forest Warden and Police Powers certification)
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the required qualifications for this position.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position please submit:
A letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the job profile and the required and desired position qualifications. Indicate in your letter of interest how you learned of this opportunity.
A completed application – www.dnr.wa.gov/jobs/stateapp.doc Résumé
An online voluntary Applicant Profile Questionnaire.
A 5 year driving abstract issued from the state in which you are currently licensed.
The first screening will be based on information contained in your letter of interest, resume and your state application.Submit all materials by the closing date to:Electronic methodOR other methodStacey.eslick@dnr.wa.govStacey EslickDNRPOB 190Colville, WA 99114(509) 684-7474 Fax (509) 684-7484
NOTE: Please indicate Forest Crew Supervisor 2 –Recruitment #2007-09-0383 in the subject line of your e-mail.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.
Questions? Please contact Stacey Eslick at 509.684.7474 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@wadnr.govJoin our job announcement mailing list and view all current job opportunities.Visit: www.dnr.wa.gov/jobs
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