Wildland Fire Regulation and Prevention Technician

Washington State Department of Natural Resources; Deer Park (WA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arcadia District in Washington State seeks a Regulation & Prevention Technician to influence public messaging on fire safety and work with stakeholders and agencies. The role involves administering burn permits, interpreting regulations, conducting investigations, and supporting fire suppression efforts.

You will lead NWCG fire courses and participate in prevention activities within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that values safety and collaboration.

Formación

• Two years’ experience in wildland fire management, natural resource, forestry, or related field.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).

Responsabilidades

• Administer and approve burn permits, interpret fire regulations and IFPL restrictions.
• Conduct wildland fire investigations and fire suppression activities.
• Lead and/or unit-instruct NWCG fire courses for wildland training and participate in prevention activities.
• Collaborate with suppression resources to reduce the spread of wildland fires.

Conocimientos

Wildland fire experience

NWCG Single Resource Boss

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Fire Management Officer for Regulation, the Regulation & Prevention Technician position has great influence on the quality, image, and message delivered to the general public of Washington State. This position works closely with stakeholders and other agencies, and plays a leadership role in fire suppression activities.

The majority of the duties will include administering and approving burn permits, interpreting/applying fire regulations and IFPL restrictions, conducting wildland fire investigations, and fire suppression. This position will act as a Wildland Fire Investigator regularly. The Regulation & Prevention Technician works closely with fire suppression resources to suppress and prevent the spread of wildland fire.

Other duties will include but are not limited to being a lead and/or unit instructor for NWCG fire courses for wildland fire training, as well as leading and participating in wildland fire prevention activities. The Arcadia District is a fast-paced and complex work environment that requires an individual who will work within the team goals and dynamics to be successful.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Two years’ experience in wildland fire management, natural resource, forestry, or related field;
• OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).

Required Competencies

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise, working together to solve problems, and putting team success first.
• Accustomed to tailoring communication to the needs and preferences of others.
• Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best.
• Safely performs work at all times. Avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to self or others.
• Maintains an open, approachable manner and treats others fairly and respectfully.
• Preserves others’ self-confidence and dignity, showing respect for their opinions and perspectives.

Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.