What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prescribed Fire Operations Manager position at CSKT Fire Management?
Prescribed Fire Operations Manager
The CSKT Fire Management is seeking a Prescribed Fire Operations Manager to oversee the development and implementation of prescribed fire plans, manage fuels, and prevent wildfires on tribal lands. This role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as forestry or range management, and at least two years of experience working in wildland fire management.
About the Position
The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of wildland fire management principles and practices, including red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee, Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB), and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). They will also be responsible for managing fuels and vegetation on tribal lands to reduce wildfire risk, working with stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential fire hazards, and collaborating with other agencies and organizations to share best practices and stay up-to-date on industry developments.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development and implementation of prescribed fire plans in collaboration with tribal land managers and forestry professionals
- Manage fuels and vegetation on tribal lands to reduce wildfire risk
- Work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential fire hazards
- Collaborate with other agencies and organizations to share best practices and stay up-to-date on industry developments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as forestry or range management
- At least two years of experience working in wildland fire management
- Strong knowledge of wildland fire management principles and practices
- Red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee, Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB), and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5)
- Possession of a valid State of Montana driver's license and adherence to BIA/Northwest Regional Office Safe Driver Approval
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $31.64 per hour, including benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
How to Apply
To request an application, please contact the Personnel office.
The CSKT Fire Management is seeking a Prescribed Fire Operations Manager to oversee the development and implementation of prescribed fire plans, manage fuels, and prevent wildfires on tribal lands. This role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as forestry or range management, and at least two years of experience working in wildland fire management.
About the Position
The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of wildland fire management principles and practices, including red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee, Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB), and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). They will also be responsible for managing fuels and vegetation on tribal lands to reduce wildfire risk, working with stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential fire hazards, and collaborating with other agencies and organizations to share best practices and stay up-to-date on industry developments.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development and implementation of prescribed fire plans in collaboration with tribal land managers and forestry professionals
- Manage fuels and vegetation on tribal lands to reduce wildfire risk
- Work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential fire hazards
- Collaborate with other agencies and organizations to share best practices and stay up-to-date on industry developments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as forestry or range management
- At least two years of experience working in wildland fire management
- Strong knowledge of wildland fire management principles and practices
- Red card qualifications as a Firing Boss (FIRB) trainee, Single Resource Boss (CRWB, ENGB, HEQB, FELB), and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5)
- Possession of a valid State of Montana driver's license and adherence to BIA/Northwest Regional Office Safe Driver Approval
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $31.64 per hour, including benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
How to Apply
To request an application, please contact the Personnel office.
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