A Fire Chief manages the operation of a fire station and leads teams of firefighters at the site of a fire. A Fire Marshall leads safety inspections of buildings to ensure compliance with local fire codes, and leads investigations to determine the cause of a fire.
Will perform as a National Wildland Coordinating Group ( NWCG ) Qualified Crew Boss ( CRWB ) of the crew on fire suppression assignments. As DFFM needs dictate, the incumbent may also serve in other fireline capacities and as DFFM representative on wildfires. The incumbent will maintain NWCG qualifications by attending necessary training and meeting NWCG fitness standards. The incumbent may act as project manager for fuel treatment and natural conservation activities. The incumbent may implement "crew use agreements" with cooperators (other state agencies, county agencies, rural communities, homeowners associations, federal land management agencies, fire departments, universities, and tribal agencies) . + Responsible for directing a module of a 10 or 20 person Hand Crew. + Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for ADCRR staff members and inmate crew members. + Ensure a safe and healthy work environment for the crew and others in his/her charge. + When assigned to wildland fires, the incumbent will ensure the crew fulfills the assignments provided by incident command organization. Will manage the scheduling of the crew for project work. Provides informal feedback and frequently evaluates crew performance. + The incumbent will ensure fire emergency readiness of the crew by providing nationally recognized fire training and ensuring equipment is maintained and available in accordance with agency policy. + The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance of crew records and financial documents, and will prepare crew use invoices for fires and project work. The incumbent will maintain crew equipment inventories, and prepare requisitions for needed supplies. + Drive on State business. + Other duties as assigned. + Wildland fire suppression tactics and procedures. + Fuel types and fire behavior, fire management objectives and policies, and firefighting strategies and tactics. + Other agency management objectives and policies and the full range of suppression tactics. + Land use and resource management practices and policies. + Fuels management practices and policies. + Program management, supervision, and personnel practices and regulations. + Safety practices in suppressing fires and various other incidents to prevent injury, property damage, or loss of life. + Instructional techniques and training development standards. + Interpersonal dynamics. + Leadership in a hand crew environment. + Effective oral and written communication. + Effective use of computers and applicable software. + Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of specialized tools and equipment, such as chainsaws, chippers, firefighting hand tools, prescribed burning devices, ATV's, multichannel radios, and forestry measurement tools. + Mapping and Global Positioning System Equipment. + Apply resourcefulness, initiative, and independent judgment to wildfire incidents, all-risk incidents and fuels mitigation projects. + Plan and organize work efficiently. + Establish and maintain strong working relationships with DFFM personnel, ADCRR personnel and outside cooperators. + Interpret and understand technical reports and financial documents. + Adhere to State of Arizona and Department of Forestry and Fire Management Standards of Conduct, policies, procedures and practices. + Drive on State Business.
NWCG + NWCG
Faller 2 (FAL2) must be obtained within one year of hire. + NWCG Crew Boss ( CRWB ) must be obtained within one year of hire. + Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing ADCRR's screening and approval process prior to appointment and periodically thereafter as required. + A valid Arizona Driver's License. + The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including: + Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans + Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans + 10 paid holidays per year + Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion). + Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years + Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly + Deferred compensation plan + Wellness plans + Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment + Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System ( ASRS ). + Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
