Program Specialist - Fire Adapted Communities Coordinator

Job Description - Program Specialist 1 - Fire Adapted Communities Coordinator )

The Fire Adapted Communities Coordinator (FACC) primarily focuses on leading the development and implementation of a unit level program for community preparedness, fire prevention, fire information, and public outreach supporting both the current operational needs and the strategic initiatives of their Land Office, the Fire Protection Program, and the Forestry Division. The Hamilton Unit FACC operates under the supervision of the Hamilton Unit Manager and collaborates with the SWLO Area Community Preparedness & Fire Prevention Specialist (CPFPS).

Areas of emphasis include fostering fire adapted communities and promoting community preparedness, reducing human‑caused fires, supporting SWLO efforts to create and maintain resilient landscapes using prescribed fire and hazardous fuels reduction, and educating the public. The incumbent may be requested to provide fire information and function in an ICS position or support role during emergency situations and during special projects as assigned.

Work assignments are covered by established policies and general program objectives; the incumbent is responsible for working with the CPFPS to jointly determine the methods and techniques necessary to carry out assigned responsibilities.

• Lead and Manage the Unit Community Preparedness Program – 60% of time
  Serve as the principal subject matter expert and point of contact at the Hamilton Unit regarding matters pertaining to community preparedness, fire prevention, fire information, and public outreach. Provide leadership to and support for DNRC Hamilton Unit personnel as well as interagency partners to assure consistent, cost-efficient, adaptable, and sustainable progress toward the overall objectives of the Fire Protection Program Strategy and Forestry Division initiatives.
• Lead and Manage the Unit Prevention Program – 25% of time
  Lead and manage the Hamilton Unit’s efforts to reduce human‑caused fires.
• Program Budget, Grant Administration – 5% of time
  Manage Unit Preparedness and Prevention budget if provided one.
• Public Information and Training Delivery – 5% of time
  Serve as the Hamilton Unit’s Information Officer for fire‑related activities.
• Other Duties as Assigned – 5% of time
  Perform a variety of other duties as assigned by the Area CPFPS in support of the ongoing agency mission and objectives. This may include, but is not limited to, managing special projects; attending meetings and conferences; providing backup for other staff; participating in ongoing training and educational programs as directed; and a variety of other duties as directed by supervisors.

The required knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in communications, forestry, natural resources, or a related field or four years of progressively responsible experience including communications, education, fire prevention, community preparedness, training, and program management.

Attain and maintain National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) qualification/certification as a Fire Prevention Education Team Member (PETM).

Public Information Officer (PIOF) certification is desired.

Knowledge of:

• Communication, fire and fuels management, wildland fire prevention, and community preparedness.
• Public information, collaborative teamwork, project management and administration.
• Working knowledge of Forestry Division and DNRC policies and practices; strategic planning; research principles and practices; and the Incident Command System.

Skill in:

• Written and verbal communication.
• Public information, education, and outreach.

Ability to:

• Clearly and effectively communicate complex information pertaining to wildland fire prevention and community preparedness programs, procedures, activities, and operations.
• Coordinate and support the work of technical, professional, and clerical personnel within the Department and from cooperating federal, state and private entities.
• Understand and apply Department policy.
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