The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection,is recruiting for a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 in Soldotna.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check ourresidency definition to determine if you qualify.
What You Will Be Doing:
The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician III (Prevention Technician). This permanent seasonal position is staffed 7 months (March 1st – September 30th) annually, but may be staffed longer depending on available funding. This position performs as a prevention technician and assists with the implementation, education, engineering, and enforcement aspects of the area’s fire prevention program. Assists and or conducts Wildland Fire Investigations and performs as an Initial Attack Incident Commander on wildland fires.
Assists with and conducts wildland fire investigations (for criminal and civil prosecution). Helps to assemble and complete citation packages ready for court. Issues burn permits and performs as the initial attack incident commander for wildland fire suppression. Assists with the tracking of daily fire indices and burning conditions. Helps collect and analyze statistical information based on patterns and trends in burn permit usage and assists in completing the annual fire statistical data report. Assists with educating and informing the public concerning wildland fire prevention measures and the current fire danger level.
Mission and Values/Culture:
The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, Kenai-Kodiak Area, proudly serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join the team that protects millions of acres of our forests, our communities, and our natural resources. Individuals must be willing and capable of acting responsibly, being courteous to the public, and accurately disseminating information during high-paced/high-stress wildland fire responses. The experience gained as a Prevention Technician - Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 can serve as a foundation for a successful career in forestry and other natural resource professions.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
The Prevention Technician – Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 is a permanent career-seasonal position. As a permanent seasonal employee, your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. You will have access to a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement, and vacation benefits. Although this job can be arduous, it offers many rewards, including the opportunity to work in some of the most beautiful places in the country and to create lifelong friendships.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This position is based at the Soldotna – Kenai/Kodiak Area Office, located at 42499 Sterling Highway, Soldotna, AK 99669. The Kenai/Kodiak Area is comprised of 11+ million acres of Federal, State, Borough, Native, Municipal, and Private lands that make up the Kenai Peninsula and the Island of Kodiak.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.
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Twelve months of wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience, of which at least six months was at the developmental level. The required developmental experience is met by service as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
And
Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System (see required job qualifications special note).
Substitution:
Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational technical school in forestry, fire science, or a closely related field may substitute for the six months of general field experience. (For college 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month of work experience. Transcripts or a letter from a vocational technical school must indicate a college credit equivalency for the completed coursework. For example, at Alaska Vocational Technical Center: Forest Ecology = 3 semester credits; Forest Regeneration = 2 semester credits; Timber Harvesting and Sale Administration = 4 semester credits; and Wildland Fire Management = 3 semester credits.)
There is no substitution for the six months of developmental experience.
There is no substitution for the National Incident Qualification System (Red Card) qualifications.
Special Note:
Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age.
Most positions require National Incident Qualification System certifications. Because there are different specialty areas in this field, recruitment and selection will be made from among those candidates who meet the experience and the basic National Incident Qualification System training requirements specifically listed within the recruitment bulletin. The specialty areas are within one of the following functions: fire operations, wildland fire prevention, and aviation support.
Applicant must be able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level as defined in Federal Publication PMS 307, Work Capacity Test Administrator' Guide. This test requires that the applicant complete a 3-mile hike carrying a 45-pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less.
Applicant must possess an Alaska driver's license. An individual without an Alaska driver's license, who meets the minimum age and experience requirements, may apply for the vacancy. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon acquisition of an Alaska driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments; stand-by or recall status during the fire season; must be available for assignments in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days; flying in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, and handling hazardous materials.
Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.
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At the time of the interview,please ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:
SPECIAL NOTICES
Classification Study Notice
This position is currently underreview as part of the Forest and Fire Management job class study. Therefore, both the title and the assigned pay range may change upon completion of the study.
Application Notice
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace AlaskaHow to Apply webpage. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Supplemental Questions
For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant’s ability to apply behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
Education
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institution's transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institution's curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying.
Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.
Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Bargaining Unit
If you are acurrent state employee, please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.
Driver’s License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
Firearms
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
EEO STATEMENT
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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:
Bryan Crisp
Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 4 – Lead Prevention Officer
FAX:907-260-4205
Phone:907-260-4260
Email:james.crisp@alaska.gov