Wildland Fire Supervisor

Initial Posting Date: 09/06/2022 Application Deadline: 09/20/2022 Agency: Forestry Department Salary Range: $4,618 - $6,802 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Wildland Fire Supervisor Job Description: Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Our Mission – To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon's forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability. The Benefits of Joining Our Team Career Development - Learn new skills, On-the-Job Training, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging. With ODF, you will feel excited about the work you do and feel valued for your contribution. Great Benefits - We offer a full range of benefits! Healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days for you and your family! Benefits include 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package. Work-Life balance - Your commitment to your work and doing your best is matched by our commitment to remember what's best for you! Guaranteed Paycheck, Benefits, Paid time off are a few things we have to offer! Our Culture - Commitment to our employees, customers, and environment! What does this mean for you, it’s not just a job, it’s a career! ODF provides meaning and purpose in your work. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - We believe that building a culture that is welcoming and inclusive is integral to people doing their best work and is essential to what we can achieve as an Agency! Team - You'll be part of the Oregon Department of Forestry team that serves our fellow Oregonians relying on regulation and protection of both public and private forest land in our great State of Oregon! Come join our team where we focus closely on collaboration to support fellow teammates, while striving to create an environment that is supportive and encourages work-life balance. Click here. This position is provided department uniforms and is eligible for reimbursement of expenses for the purchase and/or maintenance of boots. Your New Role – Wildland Fire Supervisor Our work is meaningful. You’ll be supporting an agency completing critical forestry work across the state. Oregon is proud of its forests, and our staff are proud of the work we accomplish to protect, manage, and promote forest stewardship. As the Wildland Fire Supervisor you will : Provide oversight and program management of pre-suppression/readiness by planning, coordinating, conducting and leading projects. Supervise employees engaged in field activities accomplishing prevention, pre-suppression, suppression, and ensuring maintenance of equipment and facilities. Deliver fire line briefing for incoming resources. Complete, review, and process fire reports. Responsible for recruitment, selection, and training of staff. Coordinate with cooperators and stakeholders. Minimum Qualifications: Note: Some positions are required to successfully take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the moderate level. Five years of wildland fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one year of leading/supervising the work of others OR Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and two year of wildland fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one year of leading/supervising the work of others. Requested Skills: Experience leading/supervising the work of others. Experience with wildland fire suppression of emergency dispatching. Ability to work with limited direct supervision Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work with computers. Application Details and Instructions: Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and include a current copy of your resume. State of Oregon employees – Please apply through your employee Workday account. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is management service and is not represented by a union. If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner: kathie.a.brostrom@ODF.oregon.gov Additional Details: The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details, or you may visit our website for information on Pay Equity. If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Eric Perkins 503-359-7450 Driver’s License Check - This position may require the operation of a state vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. If your license is from outside Oregon, you must submit at least a three-year court/DMV printout. If you have an Oregon driver’s license, a record check will be conducted on top candidate to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. Helpful Links & Resources Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | How to Set Job Alerts Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job Pay Equity Information & Resources | Veterans Resources Explore a new career with ODF – where our people are our greatest resource! The Oregon Department of Forestry is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity.