Fire Prevention Specialist Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1 WFPC1
Fire Prevention Specialist Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1 WFPC1
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- Fire Prevention Specialist Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1 (WFPC1Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Recruitment #20253P477
Fulltime Project Represented position
Anticipated 17month project: March 2025August 2026
Location: Natural Resources Building Olympia WA
Salary: $5241.00 $7043.00 Monthly
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Wildland Fire Management Division as Fire Prevention Specialist.This position will catalog and develop fire prevention plans and activities with an overarching goal of reducing wildfires due to human causes. This position will work with fire investigation communications community wildfire preparedness policy and other wildfire prevention professionals throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest to identify and implement actions to reduce human caused wildfires. Duties
Responsibilities:
- This position will work with DNR Regional and Division staff to audit and document fire prevention activities currently being conducted around the state along with any associated plans and defined programs of work related to fire prevention. This includes working with the fire investigation program to identify improvement points in that program.
- The information collected in the audits will be used to develop recommendations for statewide fire prevention and public use restriction plans.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A bachelors degree in a natural resource related field;
OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Two years of experience in wildland fire.
- Experience with Microsoft Office software.
- Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity equity inclusion and environmental justice practices.
- Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
- Ability to work with diverse and competing interest groups to accomplish agency program goals ability to plan and prioritize workload to meet work deadlines with minimal direct supervision.
- Position Specific Competencies:
- Customer Focus
- Relationship building
- Communications effectiveness
- Tact and diplomacy
- DNR Core Competencies:
- Personal Accountability
- Value Others
- Compassionate Communication
- Inspire Others
- Commitment to Excellence
- 90 Office 10 field which includes providing and attending trainings and meetings offsite or collecting samples. When in the field the incumbent must work in uneven unstable footing often in mountainous terrain while working alone. If on a fire assignment work setting includes camping and working in remote dusty and smoky areas.
- Infrequent travel to field sites training locations and conferences. If on fire assignment travel could be 14 to 21 days in length for the assignment with travel to and from the home unit on both ends.
- A valid unrestricted drivers license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
- Experience working as a Wildfire Prevention/Mitigation specialist with any state federal commercial or nonprofit organization.
- Fire Investigation qualifications.
- Knowledge of wildland fire policy issues and laws and current agency fire regulation laws and associated agency policy and rules.
- A bachelors degree in a natural resource related field;
Supplemental Information
Application Requirements:
- Apply online:at (Click on the APPLY button above).
- Letter of interest:describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required desired and special requirements.
- Resume:that details your experience and qualifications.
- References:at least three professional references with current telephone numbers you may attach a document use the References text field in the online application or include it with your resume.
- Important:Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number year of birth etc..
- Complete all supplemental questions.
- Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.
Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may callor email . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through theWashington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
About the Department of Natural Resources(DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washingtons lands and communities through diversity equity and inclusion.
Our VisionOur actions ensure a future where Washingtons lands waters and communities thrive.
Our MissionManage sustain and protect the health and productivity of Washingtons lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:- Safety and WellBeing Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
- Public Service We value and respect the public we serve and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
- Innovation and Creative ProblemSolving We solve our states most pressing challenges through innovative thinking dedication and bold and creative vision.
- Leadership and Teamwork We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.
- Commitment to organizational health and wellness
- Work/life balance
- DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council Womens Employee Resource Group Veterans Employee Resource Group etc.
- Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups visit here to learn more
- Leadership that empowers and supports employees
- Professional development opportunities
- Educational and career development aid
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
- A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty 60 days.
DNR does not use the EVerify system. For more information please visit.
Veterans wishing to claim Veterans preference please attach a copy of your DD214 NGB22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural racial ethnic sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women racial and ethnic minorities persons of disability persons over 40 years of age veterans military spouses or people with military status and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Once you submit your online application you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV tollfree ator email.
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Employment Type
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