Lands Resource Foreman

Idaho Department of Lands

The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) is seeking a full time (.83 FTE) Lands Resource Foreman. This position will be located at our Maggie Creek office in Kamiah, Idaho.

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Description

Performs technical, operational, and administrative duties in support of wildland fire suppression management through ensuring daily readiness of assigned personnel and equipment to safely and effectively respond to wildland fires.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the hiring, training, and supervising of seasonal firefighting personnel to perform in a fire environment
• Monitor assigned seasonal fire personnel's time and travel
• Support and instruct wildland fire and seasonal training courses
• Assist in the management of Purchasing Card administration and payroll
• Provides input for required Fire Reports to fire managers
• Assist in the preparation of necessary operating agreements, inventory, and maintenance reports
• Supervises and implements hazard reduction plans related to wildland fuels reduction and forestry operations
• Provide leadership to seasonal crew members to ensure fire readiness and safety of assigned personnel and equipment
• Conduct safety sessions and after-action reviews and identify and implement corrective actions when necessary
• Performs as the Incident Commander on wildland fires and supervise resources from cooperator agencies
• Assist in the implementation and execution of prescribed fire projects
• Assist in the management of the federal excess equipment program (FFP/FEPP)

Minimum Qualifications

• ICT5 and Required Single Resource Boss for assigned position. (ENGB or CRWB) and other appropriate red card qualifications
• FAL3 or equivalent

Must Possess:

• A valid driver'slicense

Experience:

• Communicating effectively verbally, orally and in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience through technical reports, correspondence, and oral presentations
• Interpreting and navigating with public land survey legal descriptions, aerial photos and topographic and property ownership maps
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and/or digital mapping software (AVENZA, Collector,etc.)
• Supervising wildland fire personnel within their assigned positions.(CRWB-ENGB)
• Instructing formal NWCG wildfire suppression courses (S-100 and S-200) and the informal development of wildfire personnel
• Directing and coordinating the daily operations of wildland fire engines/ fire crews.
• Maintenance and operation of chainsaws and wildland fire handtools
• Interpreting and applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations in relation to wildland fire management activities

Good knowledge of:

• Wildland fire behavior
• Wildland fire suppression techniques

Some knowledge of:

• Wildland fire prevention programs (National Fire Danger Rating System)
• Smoke management principles

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/State Employees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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