Fire Prevention Specialist, Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1 (WFPC1)

Description

Duties

Responsibilities:

• This position will work with DNR Regional and Division staff to audit and document fire prevention activities currently being conducted around the state, along with any associated plans and defined programs of work related to fire prevention. This includes working with the fire investigation program to identify improvement points in that program.
• The information collected in the audits will be used to develop recommendations for statewide fire prevention and public use restriction plans.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a natural resource related field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Two years of experience in wildland fire.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Ability to work with diverse and competing interest groups to accomplish agency program goals, ability to plan and prioritize workload to meet work deadlines with minimal direct supervision.
• Position Specific Competencies:
  • Customer Focus
  • Relationship building
  • Communications effectiveness
  • Tact and diplomacy
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• 90% Office, 10% field, which includes providing and attending trainings and meetings offsite or collecting samples. When in the field, the incumbent must work in uneven, unstable footing, often in mountainous terrain, while working alone. If on a fire assignment, work setting includes camping and working in remote, dusty, and smoky areas.
• Infrequent travel to field sites, training locations, and conferences. If on fire assignment, travel could be 14 to 21 days in length for the assignment with travel to and from the home unit on both ends.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

• Experience working as a Wildfire Prevention/Mitigation specialist with any state, federal, commercial, or non-profit organization.
• Fire Investigation qualifications.
• Knowledge of wildland fire, policy issues and laws, and current agency fire regulation laws and associated agency policy and rules.

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.