District Ranger Law Enforcement

Agriculture & Consumer Services

Job Location:

Jackson, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 39671 - 69426

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Agriculture Consumer Services

Division

North Carolina Forest Service

Job Classification Title

Forestry Technician III (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC09

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture agribusiness and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2000 employees.

Description of Work

*** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants DO NOT have to reapply to be considered. ***

The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina

The District Ranger oversees and performs forest fire control law enforcement all risk training and administrative duties throughout the district. Position assists county personnel with fire suppression duties conducts origin and cause investigations issues citations and warning tickets court preparation and addresses security matters on agency property. Position has approval authority for and ensures the quality and accuracy of all fire reports. Position advises District Forester of inconsistencies in fire control law enforcement or other matters as assigned within the district. Position functions as liaison with fire suppression cooperators. Position serves as District coordinator for western fire detail and district operations officers. Position serves as lead operations officer and Operations Section Chief or other position on district fire team and State IMT as needed. Position is designated as the district training officer and is responsible for training coordination and record keeping and maintenance and upkeep of IQS records. Position implements ICS at the district and state level. Position serves as District Safety Coordinator and may serve on Regional and State Safety Committee. Position is responsible for acquisition and disposal of state property; conducts property inventory and maintains property record; handles insurance claims and investigates tort claims at request of District Forester. Position has burning plan approval authority. Position serves as district lead responsibility for the RAWS and the NFDRS.

Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening holiday and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required.

Residency requirements will be discussed at time of interview.

Duty Station Location
133 Glenn Cabe Road Sylva NC 28779

All applicants applying for this position will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and an extensive background check due to State Forest Law Enforcement Officer Responsibilities.

This position requires the successful completion of Ranger Training to maintain employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

$39671-$69426

Skilled in wildland fire suppression strategy and tactics.
Experience in wildland firefighter instructing.
Ability to develop good working relationships be self-motivated and service oriented.
Must have good leadership skills.

Necessary Special Qualification:
Possession of a valid North Carolina drivers license required within 90 days of hire.

Necessary Special Requirements:
Candidate must have or be able to obtain a sworn law enforcement officer appointment in compliance with Chapter 17C of the General Statutes of the state of North Carolina and specifically with the appropriate Rules of Chapter 9 Title 12 of the North Carolina Administrative Code as promulgated by the Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidates related education and experience.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.Applicants seeking veterans/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214 NGB 23A (RPAS) DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions aviation safety-sensitive positions and positions requiring a Pilots License or a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug positions requiring a Commercial Drivers License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

* Note: When required you must answer the question(s) for this position or your application will be considered incomplete. *

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associates degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriate accredited institution and five years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Necessary Special Qualification: Possession of a valid North Carolina drivers license required within 90 days of hire.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Toni Lynn Tooley

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AgencyDept of Agriculture Consumer ServicesDivisionNorth Carolina Forest ServiceJob Classification TitleForestry Technician III (S)Position NumberGradeNC09About UsThe N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture agribusiness and forests...