What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist - Veneta position at Forestry Department?
Initial Posting Date:
01/23/2025
Application Deadline:
02/28/2025
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
$4013.00 - $5552.00
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist - Veneta
Job Description:
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Seasonal Fire positions for hiring for the 2025 fire season is open for application January 23 and will run through February 28, 2025. First pull of applicants for review will begin February 13, 2025.
Application must be submitted through
Oregon Job Opportunities
to be considered.
ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. ODF is fully committed to attracting retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
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ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions
Our Mission – To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon's forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.
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Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist (WFSS)
Please make sure your application materials clearly identify how you meet the two (2) seasons of Wildland Firefighting experience in your work history.
- Must have two (2) seasons of Wildland firefighting experience.
- Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
- Some positions may require a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
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Prior to hire, you will need to submit WCT Card or take and pass the Work Capacity Testat the arduous level at any certified qualifying agency.
- We may consider applicants that do not have 2 seasons if not able to fill at the qualified level.
General Duties:
- Complete wildland firefighting activities; locate fires using maps, Global Positioning System (GPS), and compass. Will teach.
- Construct fireline using hand tools or power equipment by cutting, scraping, digging, and chopping or burning out to remove flammable materials.
- Operate many different types of fire equipment.
Skills we are looking for:
- Experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Ability to perform in high stress, fast paced emergency situations.
- Ability to use hand tools and operate motorized equipment commonly used for wildland fire.
How to Apply:
- Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date.
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Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workdayaccount.
- Required: Please ensure your Incident Qualifications / Certification Training Master Record / or equivalent is attached to your application materials in the Resume /Cover letter area. Failure to submit the Materials may eliminate you from moving forward.
Additional Details:
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: casey.a.smith@odf.oregon.gov
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
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Veterans - If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. After you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.
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If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact: chris.l.fisher@odf.oregon.gov
