Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2

Recruitment #2022-9-WFOT2-4

Full-time, Permanent, Represented positions

Location: Multiple locations throughout Washington state.

Relocation Compensation may be available and considered.

This recruitment will remain open until an adequate pool of candidates is established.  We encourage you to submit your application materials as soon as possible, First review of applications will be 10/31/22. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit material as soon as possible

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity in multiple locations statewide. Do you enjoy the challenge of wildland firefighting? Do you see yourself leading a 20 Person Initial Attack Handcrew across Washington's most diverse geographic areas? The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for bright, quick-thinking individuals to fill the role of Handcrew Foreman. (WFOT2).Responsibilities:

This position provides leadership and oversight of an Initial Attack Handcrew.  Handcrews in Western Washington are staffed with 6 permanent leadership positions and supervise additional firefighters as needed to make 10 person or 20 person crews.   Handcrews in Eastern Washington are staffed with 20 people for the duration of the peak fire season. The Handcrew Foreman will have the responsibility of supervision, administration, hiring, training, problem solving, preparedness, oversight of 4 - Permanent Squad bosses, and up to 14 Seasonal wildland firefighters.

Job duties include:

* Preparedness- Plan, instruct and implement necessary trainings to prepare and develop firefighters.
* Suppression- Providing supervision and incident leadership during wildland fire suppression (Initial Attack or Extended Attack)
* Fire Training- Prepares for and participates in interagency training classes and hands-on courses of wildland firefighting tactics, fire behavior recognition, safe chainsaw operation, use of tools, pumps and water delivery systems, working around helicopters and assessments of hazards. Assists crew with guidance on various position task books, training records and evaluations.
* Prescribed Fire Support - Leads and supervises crew to conduct site fuels and fire effects data collection, unit preparation, assist with burn plan writing, community outreach, and Rx burn implementation support to include firing, holding, burn boss, etc.
* Community Resilience - Lead and supervise crew to conduct home ignition zone assessments as part of Wildfire Ready Neighbors or independent requests from landowners and/or communities.  In addition to Home Ignition Zone assessments crew members may participate in community education days, plan and participate in community outreach and prevention events and participate with local cooperators on community outreach projects.
* Forest Health and Fuels Treatment - Leads and supervises crew to conduct non-commercial thinning and slash abatement, project layout, and compliance in coordination with State Lands and Landowner Assistance staff. Supports forest health project layout, tree marking, road brushing, and GPS data collection surveys. Assists with timber sales, layout, marking, forest cruising and road maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

* Experience in wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.
* Certified as a NWCG Incident Commander Type 5 and Firefighter T1.
* Supervisory Experience.
* Employee Empowerment.
* Team Effectiveness.
* Building/maintaining Cooperative Relationships.
* DNR Core Competencies:
* Personal
* Value Others
* Compassionate Communication
* Inspire Others
* Commitment to Excellence

Conditions of Employment:

* Must pass work capacity test at the arduous level annually as required by current red card qualifications.
* Must have a valid driver's license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
* Requires a large amount of travel (50%). This includes travel alone between fires, work centers, proposed work sites, and ongoing supervisory tasks as well as meeting with partners and cooperators. This includes driving in snowy icy conditions with poor to little visibility, to driving in conditions while surrounded by smoke and fire. This position requires both night, and overnight travel.
* Work is performed in the office setting (30%) of the time, and unimproved natural areas of the state (70%). Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. The outside environment varies from hot, dry, heat relate illness type conditions in summer, to cold, wet, hypothermic-type conditions closer to winter time. These duties may involve field work requiring physical performance calling for above average endurance and superior conditioning.
* Employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (be fully vaccinated against COVID-19) or be approved for a medical or religious exemption and accommodation as a condition of employment. Please note, any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status or having an approved medical or religious exemption and accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved exemption and accommodation. "Fully vaccinated" means the following: An employee is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Novavax) or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson (J&J)/Janssen) authorized for emergency use, licensed, or otherwise approved by the FDA or listed for emergency use, or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization.

Desired Qualifications:

* A Bachelor or Associates Degree in Fire Science, Natural Resource or related field; or some higher education that required course work in Fire Sciences and/or Silviculture.
* Certified as a NWCG qualification level of Single Resource Boss-Crew Boss, or higher.
* Certified as a NWCG Incident Commander Type 4 or higher.
* Knowledge of employment rules and regulations as they apply to permanent, seasonal career and seasonal DNR employees.
* Skills in evaluating others' abilities and assessing training needs.

Locations:

Northwest Region: 2022-9-A028/A027

FILLED- no longer accepting applications for the Kulshan location.

Kulshan:  The Kulshan Fire Unit within Northwest Region covers the majority of Skagit and all of Whatcom County lands within scenic Northwest Washington State.  World-class outdoor recreation opportunities abound in the area and the main entrance to the North Cascades National park is only 1 hour drive to the east.  The San Juan Islands can be accessed from Anacortes, just a 45 minute drive to the west.  Additional recreation opportunities can be found in the surrounding Mt.Baker/Snoqualmie National Forest and state forest (DNR) lands.  For more urban experiences, Seattle WA. and Vancouver, B.C. are each only an hour and a half drive away.  Firefighting in this Unit can be busy with typical small, but problematic WUI fires and/or fuel and terrain driven fires on managed and unmanaged forestlands.  Frequent opportunities are available to support the Statewide and National fire response needs. Questions contact: Kirk Troberg at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2,

FILLED- no longer accepting applications for the Salish location.

Salish Fire Unit:  The Salish Fire Unit within Northwest Region covers western Skagit and all of San Juan, Island, and Snohomish County lands within scenic Northwest Washington State.  World-class outdoor recreation opportunities abound in the area and the main entrance to the North Cascades National park is only 1 hour drive to the east.  The San Juan Islands can be accessed from Anacortes, just a 45 minute drive to the west.  Additional recreation opportunities can be found in the surrounding Mt.Baker/Snoqualmie National Forest and state forest (DNR) lands.  For more urban experiences, Seattle WA. is less than an hour away and Vancouver, B.C. is only an hour and a half drive away.  Firefighting in this Unit can be busy with typical small, but problematic WUI fires and/or fuel and terrain driven fires on managed and unmanaged forestlands.  Frequent opportunities are available to support the Statewide and National fire response needs. Questions contact: Jothan McGaughey at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2,

Southeast Region: 2022-9-A017/1209/A023

Kittitas: Bisected by I-90 the Kittitas unit is only a few hours from any area in the state.  The unit stretches from the Columbia River to the Cascade Crest and outdoor activities abound.  Work centers are located in Ellensburg and Cle Elum.  Unit staffing is 6 engines, one crew, and a dozer.  Ellensburg offers all the modern conveniences of a larger city, and is home to Central Washington University. Questions contact: Spencer Slyfield at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2,



Yakima: The Yakima Unit work center is in Naches, and a guard station in the Ahtanum State Forest. This area is known for outdoor recreation, and holds many miles of motorized trail access as well as remote wilderness areas.  The unit staffs 5 engines, 1 crew, and one dozer. Questions contact: Jeff Delarosa at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2,



Klickitat: The Klickitat Unit has work centers in Goldendale and Dallesport.  A very diverse unit stretching from the flanks of Mount Adams to the Columbia River, this area is a mecca for outdoor adventures. Famous for wind sports, the area also has world class paddling and mountain biking. The unit staffs 8 engines, 1 crew, and 1 dozer. Questions contact: Charles Watkins at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2,



About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.



About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.

Our Vision - Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.

Our Mission - Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Our Core Values:

* Safety and Well-Being -Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
* Public Service -We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
* Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving - We solve our state's most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
* Leadership and Teamwork -We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

* Commitment to organizational health and wellness
* Work/life balance
* DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women's Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
* Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
* Leadership that empowers and supports employees
* Professional development opportunities
* Educational and career development aid
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
* Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
* A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit [ Link removed ] - Click here to apply to Handcrew Foreman, Wildland Fire Operations Technician 2 for more information.

Application Requirements:

* To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
* Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
* Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
* Provide three to five professional references - you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
* Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:

This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.



Veterans wishing to claim Veteran's preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching.  We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.



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