{"id":54305,"date":"2024-09-24T10:53:21","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T17:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=54305"},"modified":"2024-09-24T10:53:21","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T17:53:21","slug":"job-kulshan-squad-boss-wildland-fire-management-lead-wfml-dept-of-natural-resources-sedro-woolley-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-kulshan-squad-boss-wildland-fire-management-lead-wfml-dept-of-natural-resources-sedro-woolley-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Kulshan Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML), Dept. of Natural Resources (Sedro Woolley, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/Job%20Posting%20Banner%20FINAL%20PDF1.png\" alt=\"Kulshan Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML) description image\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"title\" style=\"text-align: center\">Kulshan Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML)<\/h1>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"term-description\"><strong>Salary<\/strong>: $41,724.00 &#8211; $55,584.00 Annually<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"term-description\"><strong>Location<\/strong>: Skagit County &#8211; Sedro Woolley, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Job Type<\/strong>: Full Time &#8211; Permanent<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Job Number:\u00a0<\/strong>2024-9-A032\/A033-10673<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Department<\/strong>: Dept. of Natural Resources<\/div>\n<div><strong>Division:\u00a0<\/strong>Executive Management: Communications<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Opening Date<\/strong>: 09\/19\/2024<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Closing Date<\/strong>: 11\/19\/2024 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<div class=\" term-description\"><span style=\"font-size: inherit;font-family: inherit;font-weight: inherit;color: initial\"><strong>Category<\/strong>: Public Safety \/ Fire &amp; EMS \/ Land Use \/ Natural Resources \/ Emergency Management \/ Forestry<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/\"><strong>Website<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/4661965\/kulshan-squad-boss-wildland-fire-management-lead-wfml\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>Position Description &amp; Apply<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"term-container-new\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dd>\n<div><strong>Kulshan Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML)<\/strong><strong><br \/>Recruitment #2024-9-A032\/A033<br \/>Full-time, Permanent, Represented positions<br \/>Location: Northwest Region- Sedro Woolley, WA<br \/><\/strong><\/div>\n<strong>Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered\u00a0<\/strong><strong><br \/>Salary:\u00a0$3,477.00 &#8211; $4,632.00 Monthly\u00a0<\/strong><br \/><br \/><strong>Review of applications is ongoing.\u00a0<\/strong>We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment any time after 10\/18\/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.<br \/><br \/><strong>Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?<\/strong><br \/>The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Northwest Region.\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Duties<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong><br \/>These positions report to the Kulshan Foreman (WFMS) and operate under state regulations, agency policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and strategic plans. They may lead seasonal and permanent firefighters during suppression operations and work projects. Responsibilities include ensuring proficiency in suppression techniques and managing administrative duties for the Agency. Additionally, these positions may be called upon to staff or lead a Type 5 Wildland Fire Engine as needed. These positions report to the Kulshan Foreman (WFMS) and operate under state regulations, agency policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and strategic plans. They may lead both seasonal and permanent firefighters during suppression operations and work projects. Responsibilities include ensuring proficiency in suppression techniques and managing administrative duties for the Agency. Additionally, these positions may be called upon to staff or lead a Type 5 Wildland Fire Engine as needed<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.<\/li>\n<li>Certified as a NWCG Firefighter Type 1.<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.<\/li>\n<li>Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.<\/li>\n<li>Position Specific Competencies:\u00a0\n<ul>\n<li>Employee Empowerment<\/li>\n<li>Team Effectiveness<\/li>\n<li>Building\/maintaining Cooperative Relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>DNR Core Competencies:\n<ul>\n<li>Personal Accountability<\/li>\n<li>Value Others<\/li>\n<li>Compassionate Communication<\/li>\n<li>Inspire Others<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to Excellence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>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-related illness-type conditions in summer, to cold, wet, hypothermic-type conditions closer to wintertime. These duties may involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above-average endurance and superior conditioning.<\/li>\n<li>The position 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.<\/li>\n<li>A valid unrestricted driver\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Must possess an NWCG Firefighter 1 qualification.<\/li>\n<li>Must pass work capacity test annually at the arduous level as required by NWCG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Desired Qualifications:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A bachelor\u2019s degree in fire science, natural resource, or related field; or some higher education that required course work in Fire Sciences and\/or Silviculture.<\/li>\n<li>Certified as a NWCG qualification level of Single Resource Boss-Crew Boss, or higher.<\/li>\n<li>Certified as a NWCG Incident Commander Type 4 or higher.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of employment rules and regulations as they apply to permanent, seasonal career, and seasonal DNR employees.<\/li>\n<li>Skills in evaluating others\u2019 abilities and assessing training needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Don\u2019t let doubts stop you from applying for this position &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your past experience relates to them, please contact us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don\u2019t hesitate to apply!\u00a0\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>Supplemental Information<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Application Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Apply online:\u00a0<\/strong>at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Letter of interest:\u00a0<\/strong>describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resume:\u00a0<\/strong>that details your experience and qualifications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>References:\u00a0<\/strong>at least three professional references with current telephone numbers\u2013 you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attach all documentation supporting currency\u00a0<\/strong>as a NWCG Firefighter 1? i.e. IQCS master record, red card, etc. If you do not attach supporting documentation your application will not move forward in the application process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Important:\u00a0<\/strong>Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete all supplemental questions.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@governmentjobs.com\">info@governmentjobs.com<\/a>\u00a0with 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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Questions?<\/strong>\u00a0 Please contact Vincent McGough at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:Vincent.mcgough@dnr.wa.gov\">Vincent.mcgough@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>\/360-319-5888or e-mail us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>.<br \/><br \/>Persons needing accommodation in the application\/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dshs.wa.gov\/altsa\/odhh\/telecommunication-relay-services\">Washington Relay Service<\/a>\u00a0by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.<br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/about-washington-department-natural-resources\">About the Department of Natural Resources<\/a><\/strong><strong>\u00a0(DNR).\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington\u2019s lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.\u00a0<br \/><strong>Our Vision\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Our actions ensure a future where Washington\u2019s lands, waters, and communities thrive.<br \/><strong>Our Mission\u00a0\u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington\u2019s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.<br \/><strong>Our Core Values:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Safety and Well-Being \u2014Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.<\/li>\n<li>Public Service \u2014We 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.<\/li>\n<li>Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving \u2014 We solve our state\u2019s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.<\/li>\n<li>Leadership and Teamwork \u2014We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Commitment to organizational health and wellness<\/li>\n<li>Work\/life balance<\/li>\n<li>DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women\u2019s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/workforce-diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/statewide-business-resource-groups\">visit here to learn more<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Leadership that empowers and supports employees<\/li>\n<li>Professional development opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Educational and career development aid<\/li>\n<li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments<\/li>\n<li>Statewide vanpool program<\/li>\n<li>A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/careers.wa.gov\/benefits.html\">http:\/\/careers.wa.gov\/benefits.html<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Additional Information:<\/strong><br \/>This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/\">www.uscis.gov<\/a>.<br \/><br \/>Veterans wishing to claim Veteran\u2019s 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 it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!<br \/><br \/>Equal Opportunity Employer:<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>The Washington State 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.<br \/><br \/>Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:CareersHelp@des.wa.gov\">CareersHelp@des.wa.gov<\/a>.<br \/><br \/><strong>Check us out on:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/\">DNR\u2019s website<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WashDNR\/\">Facebook<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/waDNR\">Twitter<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/washdnr\/\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/WAstateDNR\">YouTube<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/washingtondnr.wordpress.com\/\">WordPress<\/a>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<dl><\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container job-details-agency-info\">\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-name\">\n<dl>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt>Agency<\/dt>\n<dd>State of Washington<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-address\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Address<\/dt>\n<dd><address>View Job Posting for Agency Information<br \/><br \/>View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504<\/address><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-phone\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Phone<\/dt>\n<dd>View Posting for Agency Contact<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-website\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Website<\/dt>\n<dd id=\"agency-website-info\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.careers.wa.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-toggle=\"popover\" data-trigger=\"hover focus\" data-placement=\"bottom\" data-container=\"body\" data-selector=\"true\" data-content=\"Link will be opened in a new tab.\">http:\/\/www.careers.wa.gov<\/a><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10410,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[14,15,210],"tags":[4,6882,6871,1068,292,32,33,611,675,281,7,1879,13,6663,2576,7630,6658,2733],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54305"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10410"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54305"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54305\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":54306,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54305\/revisions\/54306"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54305"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54305"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54305"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}