Fuels Mitigation Specialist

FUELS MITIGATION SPECIALIST

Final Filing, at 5:00 p.m.

First review of applications on March 6, 2026. Early application submittal is encouraged.

This position is full-time/non-exempt/fully benefited. In-person working hours:
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

To submit an application for this excellent opportunity, please click, "apply" above and attach a cover letter and resume to your employment application.

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The Fuels Mitigation Specialist, under the direction of the Fuels Mitigation Manager and/or Fire Marshal, performs a variety of non‑emergency tasks supporting the Fuels Mitigation Program. These activities include conducting vegetation, defensible space, fire hazard, and state‑mandated inspections; participating in public and community education; exterior hazard abatement; chipping, towing and hitching trailers; operating small power tools; administrative assignments; and special projects as required.

• Conduct inspections of properties and buildings for exterior and general fire hazards; identify violations, issue notices, and verify corrective actions.
• Enforce fire prevention regulations related to combustible materials and exterior hazards.
• Investigate public and interagency complaints requiring District response and resolution.
• Respond to public and District inquiries regarding exterior fire hazards.
• Prepare reports documenting fire prevention and mitigation activities.
• Analyze structure ignition potential in the Wildland–Urban Interface using science‑based methods.
• Analyze how fuel, terrain, and weather influence wildland fire behavior and structure ignition.
• Recommend mitigation measures, materials, and strategies to reduce structure ignition risk.
• Implement fuel modification and fuels‑reduction plans to reduce WUI hazards.
• Apply and understand vegetation management techniques, including tree thinning, brush removal, pruning, grazing, mowing, prescribed fire, and chemical treatments.
• Assist in the development and delivery of Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) public education programs.
• Prepare written and audio‑visual educational materials related to wildfire hazards and mitigation.
• Support and deliver presentations on WUI and wildland fire issues.
• Prepare presentations, attend meetings, and support collaborative fire prevention efforts.
• Collect and organize outreach information and materials for targeted audiences and the community.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with community stakeholders and partner agencies.
• Attend training, seminars, and meetings to remain current on applicable codes, policies, and best practices.
• Operate brush chippers, hand and power tools, and other equipment as required.
• Participate in fuels reduction, pile burns, and other fire prevention field projects.
• Perform light cleaning of administrative offices and district vehicles.
• Assist with grounds and equipment maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Possession of a High School diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school equivalency certificate is required; some college preferred.
• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector classes is desirable.

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Maintenance of a valid California Driver's License.

• Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Safety guidelines and appropriate safety procedures.

• Communicate effectively and articulately, both orally and in writing.
• Follow oral and written instruction.
• Interact with the public in a manner that is professional and respectful.
• Ability to safely operate a Class C vehicle.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties accurately.

• Operate a brush chipper and use common hand and power tools.
• Exercise mechanical aptitude.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Work independently.

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