Forestry Crew Specialist 1-2 (Wildland Firefighter)

Grambling State University; Minden (LA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-call compensation

Hazardous duty pay

Longevity-based premium pay

Zusammenfassung

Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry is seeking a Forestry Crew Specialist to perform fire prevention and suppression duties in Webster Parish and surrounding forestlands. You will assist in forest management, monitor equipment, and support community forestry programs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Louisiana driver's license; CDL is encouraged. The position involves outdoor work, varying hazards, and potential CDL training with benefits including specialty

Qualifikationen

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Candidates who hold a current Louisiana Class A or B CDL are encouraged to apply.

Aufgaben

• Make reports of forest fires, including location and acres involved.
• Assist in forestry management activities—cruising, detecting, and controlling insects/diseases.
• Participate in Information & Education programs related to forestry fields.

Kenntnisse

CDL

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transport trucks

Dozer tractors

Fire suppression equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Jobbeschreibung

This position is located within the Office of Forestry in Webster Parish. The Office of Forestry's primary responsibilities include suppressing timberland wildfires; promoting sound forest management practices, disseminating information; facilitating educational programs; producing reforestation seedlings; enforcing timber-related laws; investigating timber theft; and assisting community urban forestry programs. The incumbent of this position is responsible for performing duties related to fire prevention and suppression of wildfires in the forestlands of Louisiana. Supervision for this position is received from the Forestry Parish Supervisor.

Ready to make a difference in protecting Louisiana's forests? Join the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry as a Forestry Crew Specialist! Play a vital role in wildfire prevention and suppression, promote sound forest management, enforce timber laws, and support community forestry programs. Advance your career with leadership opportunities and CDL options. This position offers eligibility for the Hazardous Duty Services Retirement Plan at all levels of the CPG.

Why Join Us?

• Work in breathtaking natural settings
• Enjoy competitive pay and great benefits
• Make a real impact on the environment
• Be part of a passionate, supportive team

LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for making reports of forest fires, including gathering data such as location and number of acres involved.
• Assist the Forestry Crew Specialist Leader in the performance of forest management activities, including cruising, detecting, and controlling forest insects and diseases.
• Participates in Information & Education programs related to all forestry fields as required.
• Responsible for monitoring and/or performing the repair and maintenance of transport trucks, dozer tractors, various fire suppression equipment, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Functional Requirements:

• Moderate light lifting, 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50+ pounds
• Reaching above the shoulders and carrying specialized equipment needed to perform duties
• Occasional demands may be required for moderately strenuous activities in emergencies over long periods of time
• Climbing on and off the transport and tractor

Environmental Factors:

• Working indoors and outdoors
• Excessive smoke, heat, humidity, cold, wet, and extremely dry conditions
• Walking on irregular ground for long distances
• Working around neighborhood/residential and wildland hazards
• Will be required to wear appropriate safety protection/clothing

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Forestry Crew Specialist 1 or 2, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Compensation:

*This position has a Special Entrance Rate at each level of the Career Progression Group*

Forestry Crew Specialist 1 has an SER of $1,616.00 biweekly.

Forestry Crew Specialist 2 has an SER of $1,728.80 biweekly.

Other Benefits

• on-call compensation ($1.00/hour) when the employee is required to be available for work status at times outside of the regular work schedule.
• hazardous duty pay ($1.73/hour) for all hours worked in addition to their base salary.
• longevity-based premium pay for all hours worked based on their years of service with LDAF.
• *LDAF - Longevity-Based Premium Pay Schedule*
• (per hour for hours worked)
• 0-2 Years - $2.00.
• 2-4 Years - $3.00.
• 4-6 Years - $4.00.
• 6-8 Years - $5.00.
• 8+ Years - $6.00.

Location: This position is located within the Office of Forestry in Webster Parish.

Other Important Information

• Candidates who hold a current Louisiana Class A or B CDL are encouraged to apply.
• New hires selected for these positions will have one year from their hire date to obtain a Louisiana Class B or higher CDL.
• The Department will provide training before the required testing date.
• Once a CDL is obtained, employees must remain with LDAF for at least one additional year or reimburse the Department for any CDL-related expenses incurred.

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Jennifer Ginn
Human Resources Supervisor
Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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