Wildland Fire Supervisor: Lead Field Ops & Protection

Department of Revenue; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Department of Forestry is seeking a Wildland Fire Supervisor for the Pendleton Unit to supervise and manage field aspects of the fire protection program, including prevention, preparedness, and suppression. You will lead personnel, ensure safety and compliance, and oversee facilities and equipment within budget constraints.

The role requires extensive fire management experience and may require certifications and a valid driver's license; the unit operates under Oregon state regulations

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of wildland fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one (1) year of leading/supervising the work of others.
• Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field AND two (2) years of wildland fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one (1) year of leading/supervising the work of others.
• Some positions must obtain the Class B Warden certification within the trial service period.
• Some positions are required to successfully take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the moderate level.
• Driver’s License Check – operation of a state vehicle and DMV/CDL driving-record checks.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, selects, and terminates wildland fire control personnel.
• Plans, assigns, and approves work for assigned personnel.
• Responds to grievances.
• Disciplines and rewards employees as appropriate.
• Prepares and signs performance appraisals for wildland fire control personnel.
• Enforces ORS Chapter 477.
• Manages the Unit burning permit and uniform citation program.
• Ensures fires are managed and investigated per policy.
• Ensures all wildfire suppression personnel are trained and prepared.
• Responsible for construction, maintenance, and accountability of Unit facilities and equipment.
• Manages Federal Excess Personal Property program for rural districts and Pendleton Unit.

Skills

ICT4 qualified

Communication skills

Information sharing

Guidance to subordinates

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or related natural resources

Job description

Oregon Department of Forestry is seeking a Wildland Fire Supervisor for the Pendleton Unit to supervise and manage field aspects of the fire protection program, including prevention, preparedness, and suppression. You will lead personnel, ensure safety and compliance, and oversee facilities and equipment within budget constraints.

The role requires extensive fire management experience and may require certifications and a valid driver's license; the unit operates under Oregon state regulations