Wildland Fire Captain - Lead Crews, Protect Nevada

State of Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nevada's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in Las Vegas seeks a Fire Captain underfill for Battalion Chief to supervise a wildland engine and hand crew, coordinating wildfire prevention, suppression, and resource management. You will train staff, manage equipment and safety gear, and contribute to budgeting while working with federal, state and local partners.

The role requires an associate degree or higher in fire science with firefighting experience, or equivalent, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in fire science or closely related field with three years of firefighting experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent with four years firefighting experience.
• One year as a Firefighter II in Nevada State service.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise and participate in wildland fire protection, prevention, suppression, and related activities.
• Train staff, supervise performance, and manage equipment and safety gear.
• Assist with budget tracking and preparation; coordinate with federal, state and local partners.
• Lead ICS implementation and respond to wildland fires, floods, and other emergencies.
• Supervise presuppression and fuels management activities; review dispatch plans and safety procedures.

Skills

Firefighting experience

Education

Associate’s degree in fire science or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Firefighter II Nevada State service

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

State of Nevada's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in Las Vegas seeks a Fire Captain underfill for Battalion Chief to supervise a wildland engine and hand crew, coordinating wildfire prevention, suppression, and resource management. You will train staff, manage equipment and safety gear, and contribute to budgeting while working with federal, state and local partners.

The role requires an associate degree or higher in fire science with firefighting experience, or equivalent, and