Wildland Firefighter; Regional Helicopter Operations Specialist

Summary

Position(s) will be located at Forest Office within California Geographic Area. Serves as an expert in helicopter operations, responsible for regional direction and oversight of all helicopter operations. Direct and indirect fire suppression, aerial ignition, rappelling, transportation of personnel and cargo. See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Duties listed are at full performance grade GW-12 Level.

Advises the Regional Helicopter Program Manager and/or Regional Aviation Officer in all aspects of the helicopter Program and provides advice and assistance to National Forests within the Region.

Plans and supervises activities, evaluates ground facilities, and develops and conducts training in helicopter operations and handling of hazardous materials or aviation fuels for the Forest Service.

Provides leadership for planning, developing, and maintaining helicopter operations programs and National and Regional operational leadership in helicopter operations for fire suppression.

Serves as principal Regional contact for the purpose of testing new or improved helicopter accessories and works with personnel from these centers to establish testing, evaluation, and reporting procedures for this equipment.

Conducts field training in aircraft use in fire suppression.

Develops and recommends helicopter operational policies and directives.

See Qualifications Section for educational requirements.