NHS Human Services, Inc.

Arcadia Assistant Fire Management Officer - Suppression, WFMS Recruitment #2024-5-A108 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position Location: Northeast Region- Deer Park, WA *Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $4,174.00 - $5,615.00 Monthly *

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*Review of applications is ongoing. *We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 5/22/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with another Suppression AFMO to provide leadership and oversight of the day-to-day operations of 12, Type 5 Wildland Engine.
• Work closely with the Regulation program in assisting with the conducting of Wildland Fire Investigations, issuing burn permits, and interpreting/applying fire regulations and IFPL restrictions. Suppression AFMOs will be asked occasionally to mitigate Smoke Complaints or Illegal Burning.

The AFMO position will include a variety of other job duties, including but not limited to, being a lead and/or unit instructor for NWCG fire courses for wildland fire training, and leading and participating in wildland fire prevention activities. This position will be responsible for reviewing seasonal firefighter applications, hiring, onboarding, training, and general supervision of approximately 24 seasonal firefighters. The Suppression AFMOs will lead weekly District meetings which will cover critical topics related to the Engine Program. Each member of Arcadia Fire Control is also expected to participate in Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determinations which involve field investigation and in the office report writing. The Arcadia District is a fast-paced and complex work environment that requires team members who will work within the team's goals and dynamics to be successful.

*Required Qualifications: *

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with:
  • Regulatory education and enforcement with large and small landowners.
  • Forest fire prevention and suppression techniques.
  • Incident Command System.
  • Technical writing skills, communication skills, and public speaking experience.
• Supervisory Experience.
• NWCG Qualifications:
  • 1 NWCG Single Resource Boss qualifications (Engine Boss, Crew Boss, Felling Boss, Heavy Equipment Boss, or Helicopter Manager)
  • NWCG Incident Commander Type 4
• Must annually pass the work capacity test at the arduous level.
• Experience in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, mapping, and Global Positioning technology.
• Experience in agreement and contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Team effectiveness- understanding and ability to increase team effectiveness by focusing on situational awareness, communication skills, teamwork, task allocation, and decision-making within a framework of standard operating procedures.
• Employee empowerment.