Wildland Fire Captain — Incident Command Lead

State of Nevada (NV); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in Las Vegas seeks a Fire Captain (underfill for Battalion Chief) to supervise a wildland engine and crew and lead all aspects of wildfire response, prevention, and resource management.

The incumbent will train staff, coordinate with federal, state, and local partners, manage equipment and safety, and assist with budget planning under the Fire Management Officer's direction.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree in fire science or closely related field with three years of firefighting experience; OR high school diploma with four years of firefighting experience; OR one year as a Firefighter II in Nevada state service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Exercise leadership through direct command or implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Respond to wildland fires, floods, and other emergencies.
• Control wildland fires; build lines, direct nozzles, supervise dozers; manage firefighting resources.
• Supervise presuppression activities; develop preplans and preattack fire plans; ensure access and water supplies.
• Oversee hazardous fuels mitigation; plan and implement fuels management activities including prescribed burning.
• Train volunteer fire departments and other agencies; provide on-the-job training to improve techniques.
• Enforce forestry and fire laws; investigate incidents and testify in court when needed.
• Maintain fire apparatus and equipment; perform inspections and minor repairs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Under direction, manage day-to-day fire protection operations including readiness, staffing, training, and incident command.

Skills

Wildland firefighting

Team leadership

ICS (Incident Command System)

Budget & administration

Training & supervision

Education

Associate’s degree in fire science

High school diploma + 4 years firefighting

Firefighter II Nevada state service

Job description

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in Las Vegas seeks a Fire Captain (underfill for Battalion Chief) to supervise a wildland engine and crew and lead all aspects of wildfire response, prevention, and resource management.

The incumbent will train staff, coordinate with federal, state, and local partners, manage equipment and safety, and assist with budget planning under the Fire Management Officer's direction.