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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$37,208.16 to
$54,329.76
PAY GRADE: 28
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Positions in this series manage, supervise and participate in wildland fire suppression; fire prevention and education; presuppression; equipment and facility maintenance; and forestry and fire law enforcement. Assist the Forestry Program Manager - Fire to ensure that the components of the divisions Wildland Fire Protection Program are managed and operated in an efficient, accurate and safe manner consistent with federal, State, and division regulations, policies and procedures.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Forestry's mission is to provide professional natural resource and wildland fire management services to enhance, conserve and protect forest, rangeland and watershed values, endangered plants and other native flora. Duties of a Firefighter I in the Wildland Protection Program include: fire suppression, preparedness, prevention, public education, fuels management, defensible space, facilities and equipment maintenance, and forestry and fire law enforcement. Incumbents will respond to wildland fires and implement fuel management projects.
Incumbents must be qualified as a NWCG Firefighter I (FFT1) (or higher) at time of application, and must maintain this qualifications for the duration of employment. Incumbents need to hold a Nevada Class B Driver's License and be an Engine Boss (ENGB)) trainee. To verify these eligibility requirements for the position, a copy of your Red Card, or equivalent, MUST be attached to application at time of submittal. Incumbent shall initiate and complete an Engine Operator (ENOP) task book within 1 year.
Incumbents must pass a work capacity test at the arduous level prior to appointment and for continued employment. The test consists of a three (3) mile walk, carrying a forty-five (45) pound pack, in less than forty-five (45) minutes.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of firefighting experience. |
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Some positions in this series are required to obtain and maintain a Nevada commercial driver's license with endorsements as specified by the agency. |
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Positions in this series are required to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. |
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Applicants may be required to undergo a background investigation prior to being considered for employment. |
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Incumbents must obtain additional certifications, as identified by the agency, within specific timeframes identified by the agency, and must maintain those certifications as a condition of continuing employment. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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All positions in this series must have certifications as identified by the agency at the time of application. |
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this class have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this class must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. |
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Applicants may be required to pass a thorough medical examination and physical agility test prior to appointment and for continuing employment. |
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This position requires applicants be qualified as a NWCG Firefighter I or higher. A copy of your Red Card MUST be attached to your application. |
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Qualification as a Engine Boss Single Resource (Trainee). A copy of your Red Card MUST be attached to your application. |
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A valid Nevada Class B Driver's License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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| The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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