- Salary
- $34 – $56/hr
- Location
- Weitchpec / Tulley Creek, CA, US
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Under direct supervision of the Battalion Chief this position will assist in all aspects of fire management functions including, preparedness, suppression, fuels management, prevention, detection, project management and administration. This is a uniformed position.1. Supervises personnel as assigned to various functions such as engine crews, fuels crews, hand crews, heavy equipment, and aviation resources.
2. Participates in the collection of fire weather data, fuel and/or soil samples, map projects, and maintains appropriate records, including fire reports.
3. Supervises subordinates assigned in the collection and evaluation of weather, fuels, topography, and fire behavior data for wild land fires.
4. Participates in prescribed fire operations.
5. Trains subordinates in the operation of fire pump operations, portable pumps, chain saws, and other common fire equipment.
6. Coordinates the performance of tasks to control and extinguish fires as needed.
7. Assigns responsibility for vehicle logs, maintenance and upkeep of all vehicles, equipment, or other fire related gear.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
1. G9: Bachelor's degree in related field with two years’ job specified experience.
2. G10: Bachelor's degree in related field with three years’ job specified experience.
3. Employee must be willing to acquire any special certifications or attend any training that is determined to be relevant or becomes required of the position in the future.
4. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be 18 years or older, required.
2. 3 years of firefighting experience at the Advanced Firefighter/ Squad Boss level.
3. Qualified and red carded as an Engine Boss (ENGB)
4. Chainsaw FALA/B Certificate.
5. Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
6. Knowledge of hazardous fuels reduction and prescribed burning.
7. Ability to effectively communicate.
8. Sufficient physical strength and dexterity to accomplish fieldwork (Work Capacity Test-Arduous).
9. Demonstrable ability to use originality and good judgment in adapting accepted practices and procedures required to accomplish specific tasks under changing or unexpected circumstances.
10. Twelve months’ supervisory experience preferred.
11. Available for extended emergency incident dispatches (14 - 28 days)
12. Recognition that in order to serve Yurok People one must know as much as possible about Yurok history, culture, and values.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs the full range of supervisory duties and responsibilities. Plans work of subordinates based on priorities, nature of assignment. Develops work performance plans and evaluates the performance of subordinates. Provides advice, instruction, and guidance to subordinates on work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary actions and determines developmental training needs of employees. Supervises subordinate employees including assigning and reviewing work, evaluation performance, training, taking necessary disciplinary action and making hiring and termination decisions. Use and promote a team approach to management and ensure accountability throughout the workplace.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. All applicants are subject to the Tribe’s Drug and Alcohol Policy including pre-employment screening.
2. All applicants will acknowledge and follow all Yurok Tribe personnel and other policies and procedures.
3. The Yurok Tribe is an equal opportunity employer who exercises Indian preference; Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).
4. Valid state issued driver’s license and/or the ability to obtain a California driver’s license. Must be insurable on the Tribe’s insurance policy.
5. Must pass a background investigation and fingerprint clearance.
6. This position requires compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Public Law 101-630; 25 Code of Federal Regulations Part 63 - Indian child Protection and Family Violence Prevention; Crime Control Act of 1990, Employee Background Checks; and Executive Order 12968, Adjudicative Guidelines.
7. Position could require travel and occasional work outside of regular work schedule.
2. Participates in the collection of fire weather data, fuel and/or soil samples, map projects, and maintains appropriate records, including fire reports.
3. Supervises subordinates assigned in the collection and evaluation of weather, fuels, topography, and fire behavior data for wild land fires.
4. Participates in prescribed fire operations.
5. Trains subordinates in the operation of fire pump operations, portable pumps, chain saws, and other common fire equipment.
6. Coordinates the performance of tasks to control and extinguish fires as needed.
7. Assigns responsibility for vehicle logs, maintenance and upkeep of all vehicles, equipment, or other fire related gear.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
1. G9: Bachelor's degree in related field with two years’ job specified experience.
2. G10: Bachelor's degree in related field with three years’ job specified experience.
3. Employee must be willing to acquire any special certifications or attend any training that is determined to be relevant or becomes required of the position in the future.
4. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be 18 years or older, required.
2. 3 years of firefighting experience at the Advanced Firefighter/ Squad Boss level.
3. Qualified and red carded as an Engine Boss (ENGB)
4. Chainsaw FALA/B Certificate.
5. Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
6. Knowledge of hazardous fuels reduction and prescribed burning.
7. Ability to effectively communicate.
8. Sufficient physical strength and dexterity to accomplish fieldwork (Work Capacity Test-Arduous).
9. Demonstrable ability to use originality and good judgment in adapting accepted practices and procedures required to accomplish specific tasks under changing or unexpected circumstances.
10. Twelve months’ supervisory experience preferred.
11. Available for extended emergency incident dispatches (14 - 28 days)
12. Recognition that in order to serve Yurok People one must know as much as possible about Yurok history, culture, and values.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs the full range of supervisory duties and responsibilities. Plans work of subordinates based on priorities, nature of assignment. Develops work performance plans and evaluates the performance of subordinates. Provides advice, instruction, and guidance to subordinates on work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary actions and determines developmental training needs of employees. Supervises subordinate employees including assigning and reviewing work, evaluation performance, training, taking necessary disciplinary action and making hiring and termination decisions. Use and promote a team approach to management and ensure accountability throughout the workplace.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. All applicants are subject to the Tribe’s Drug and Alcohol Policy including pre-employment screening.
2. All applicants will acknowledge and follow all Yurok Tribe personnel and other policies and procedures.
3. The Yurok Tribe is an equal opportunity employer who exercises Indian preference; Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).
4. Valid state issued driver’s license and/or the ability to obtain a California driver’s license. Must be insurable on the Tribe’s insurance policy.
5. Must pass a background investigation and fingerprint clearance.
6. This position requires compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Public Law 101-630; 25 Code of Federal Regulations Part 63 - Indian child Protection and Family Violence Prevention; Crime Control Act of 1990, Employee Background Checks; and Executive Order 12968, Adjudicative Guidelines.
7. Position could require travel and occasional work outside of regular work schedule.
Skills
CPRComplianceProject Management
