Responsibilities:
This position assists in providing leadership and oversight of the fire program in Yakima County for the Washington Department of Natural Resources.  You will have the responsibility of hiring, training, and providing daily leadership to both permanent and seasonal firefighters.  

Major Job Duties Include:

• Supervising and leading 1 Dozer Operator, 2 engine module leaders and 6 engine seasonal firefighters
• Recruiting and building a strong, cohesive team that can work together in extreme fire environments
• Establishing Unified Command when an incident occurs within unit
• Determine safe and effective strategy and tactics during all phases of wildfire management based on available resources and expected conditions, all while providing for the safety of personnel and the public
• May be asked to serve as the Agency Representative for Southeast Region
• Building and maintaining cooperating agency partnerships
• Ensuring staff, resources, equipment and facilities are available for incidents
• Implementing fire prevention and fire education activities within the community
• Interacting with the public and promoting the DNR Mission
• Building a positive rapport with private landowners
• Serve as a unit duty officer on a rotating basis

Required Qualifications:

• Certified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss
• Certified NWCG Incident Commander Type 5 or higher or the ability to obtain during the probationary period
• Supervisory Experience
• Proven past experience in agreement and contract negotiations
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
• 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

• Must possess an NWCG Single Resource Boss qualification
• Must possess or have the ability to achieve during probationary period NWCG Incident Commander Type 5 qualification.
• Must pass work capacity test annually at the arduous level required by current red card qualifications.
• A valid unrestricted 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.
• Position’s assigned duty station is the Naches Work Center. Work is performed in an office setting (30%) and alone in isolated unimproved natural areas within the unit (70%).  Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Position requires travel (50%) to the field for project work, fires, or supervision, attend meetings or various trainings. Frequent overnight travel is required for trainings, meetings, and fire assignments.

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree in Fire Science, Natural Resource Management or a closely related field.
• Task Force Leader (or higher) NWCG qualifications.
• Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 2 (RXB2)
• Commitment to continual learning and adaption to technology advances.
• Skills in evaluating others’ abilities, and assessing training needs.
• Facilitative skills to work with groups of people to solve issues.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). 
• 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.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates that move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email from info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• 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.

• 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 http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.