Fuel's Specialist

hualapai; Peach Springs (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hualapai Tribe is seeking a Fuel’s Specialist to support the Forestry and Wildland Fire Management programs. The role includes planning fuels treatments, conducting prescribed burns, and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree, relevant certificates, and knowledge in hazardous fuels reduction. This position requires effective communication and an understanding of tribal government operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology, agriculture, or related field.
• Must have Fire Ecology and Management 401 Certificate.
• Knowledge of hazardous fuels reduction programs.

Responsibilities

• Supports goals of Fire Management.
• Develops a 10 years plan for Hazardous Fuels Reduction.
• Collaborates with federal and tribal entities.

Skills

Knowledge of Public Law 93-638

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biology or related discipline

Tools

FIREMON

BehavePlus

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Fire Management Officer (FMO), the Fuel’s Specialist is responsible to support the mission of the Hualapai Division of Forestry and Wildland Fire Management programs. The Fuel’s Specialist is to plan fuels treatments and prescribed burns within the Hualapai reservation. The Fuel’s Specialist is to collaborate with tribal, federal, state entities, and others when developing projects along the boundary of the Hualapai reservation. The Fuel’s Specialist will plan closely with forestry programs such as Forest Development and Timber operations. Other duties provided by the Forest Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports goals of Management.
• Provides annual program intent.
• Develops staff to meet the National Wildland Coordinating Group qualifications to support prescribed burns.
• Collaborates with tribal, state, county, and federal entities.
• Develops a 10 years plan to guide the Hazardous Fuels Reduction Program.
• Provides leadership, educational opportunities, and promotes staff members.
• Assigns duties to meet the mission of the Div. of Forestry and Wildland Fire Management.
• Inputs annual report data from IT Systems such as the National Fire Plan Operations & Reporting System (NFPORS), BehavePlus, FMAPlus, etc.
• Complies with Tribal, State, and Federal policy.
• Provides direction to subordinates.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher within biology, agriculture, natural resources, chemistry, forestry, or related discipline.
• Combination of education and experience that include coursework with the study of biological science, agriculture, chemistry, natural resources, or a discipline closely related to Natural Resources (24 semester hours).
• 401 Certificate, Fire Ecology and Management
  • National Wildland Fire Coordinating Incident Management Qualifications (Currency required)
  • Primary Core: RXB2
  • Secondary Core: ENGB or CRWB or HMGB

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Public Law 93-638 Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistant Act of 1975
• Ability to budget, purchase, and reconcile program accounts.
• Knowledge of federal collaborator’s mission statements such as the Bureau’s within the Department of Interior and United States Forest Service
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.
• Knowledge of hazardous fuels reduction programs such as FIREMON, BehavePlus, and SASEM.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of Tribal Government history, operations, policy, and Cooperative Agreements.
• Knowledge of Incident Command System operations and administration.

OTHER

• Must pass a physical exam through Comprehensive Health Services and a Work Capacity Test for Red Card qualifications.
• Must be able to work Holidays and weekends.
• Must be able to attend training and travel.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Must possess a current/valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass or meet tribal insurance policy and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as an Awarding Official Technical Representative for Public Law 93-638 Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistant Act of 1975.

"An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Candidates with documented relevant experience are encouraged to apply."

EEO STATEMENT

All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with Public Law 88-355, Section 703 (702-71) and public Law 93-638, Section 7B.

THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROGRAM

Auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities.