Wildland Fire & Emergency Response Resource Specialist I

Texas A&M University System; Beeville (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University System, through the Texas A&M Forest Service Beeville Task Force, seeks a Resource Specialist I to support local communities by delivering agency programs, operating training and firefighting equipment, and responding to wildland fires and other hazards from Beeville, Texas. This role requires commitment to safety, training, and cross-agency collaboration.

The position involves mandatory NWCG qualification, physical fitness, and readiness to respond quickly.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate with a 2 year natural resources related technical degree (preferred).
• One or more years general work experience.
• One or more years of experience with a VFD, municipal fire dept., wildland fire agency, or wildland fire suppression (preferred).
• Experience as an instructor (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a wildland firefighter and/or emergency responder on a statewide basis. Operate heavy fire fighting equipment and tools; conduct ground reconnaissance; meet fitness standards and NWCG training requirements; respond within 30 minutes of emergency notification.
• Assist Regional Fire Coordinator with the delivery of Capacity Building programs to VFDs and municipal fire departments and support TAMFS programs including Fire Safe, FEPP, VFA cost shares, and training.
• Assist in delivery of programs developed by regional staff and support data collection for Fire Risk Assessments.
• Maintain state vehicle and emergency equipment in readiness.
• Provide support for Fire Emergency Response and Forest Natural Resource programs as requested.
• Manage TAMFS credit cards per policies and guidelines.
• Participate in TAMFS Incident Management Team and related safety teams; time allocation depends on fire season intensity.
• Within 90 days of hire establish a primary residency within 30 minutes travel of home base for timely response.
• Recognition of working conditions and physical requirements; may involve exposure to harsh environments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency response

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year natural resources related technical degree (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

PC-based software

GPS programs

Job description

Texas A&M University System, through the Texas A&M Forest Service Beeville Task Force, seeks a Resource Specialist I to support local communities by delivering agency programs, operating training and firefighting equipment, and responding to wildland fires and other hazards from Beeville, Texas. This role requires commitment to safety, training, and cross-agency collaboration.

The position involves mandatory NWCG qualification, physical fitness, and readiness to respond quickly.