APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$50,153.76 to
$73,309.68
PAY GRADE: 29
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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Conservation Crew Supervisors supervise crews of Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) inmates and/or Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) staff, maintain security, and provide training in equipment use and safety in completing projects in resource conservation and/or fire management.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
This is the trainee level in the series and progression to the next level in the series may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the approval of the appointing authority. This is for a Conservation Crew Supervisor 1 underfilling for the Conservation Crew Supervisor 3.
Wildland Fire response can be required in and out of state for durations up to 21 days. NWCG qualifications are required to be obtained and/or maintained for the duration of employment commensurate with the level of Crew Supervisor filled. Conservation Crew Supervisors supervise and evaluate crew member skill levels; plan, assign and review work; brief crew regarding work requirements and processes, job hazards and safety standards; direct projects to ensure timely completion and production rates are met; identify problems and take corrective action; and ensure the custody and security of crew members. Crew supervisors also compile data and prepare records and reports related to project outcomes and accomplishments; equipment usage, maintenance, and repair; and crew member evaluations, training and cohesion. The selected applicant must pass the arduous pack test that consists of a three (3) mile walk, carrying a forty-five (45) pound pack within forty-five (45) minutes, as well as, a pre-hire drug screening and background check.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of general work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. |
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Applicants for Option B: Fire Suppression, are required to pass a physical agility test prior to appointment and as a condition for continuing employment. |
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Possession of a Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement is required within one year of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, natural resource management, forestry, or closely related field can be substituted for the NDF Resource Task Book. |
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Positions within Option B: Fire Suppression, must pass a strict annual physical examination according to agency standards and to meet requirements of the provisions of the Heart/Lung Bills. |
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All positions must obtain Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR & AED) American Heart Association certification and a qualification of First Aid or higher certification during the probationary period and must maintain certification as a condition of continuing employment. |
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Positions must obtain and maintain required qualifications within agency defined time frames as a condition of continuing employment. |
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Possession of a valid driver's license is required at the time of application and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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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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Positions are required to work weekends and/or holidays and must be available for emergency assignments up to 14 days in duration. |
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Positions must complete a 40-hour pre-service training in supervision of NDOC crews after hire. |
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Applicants are required to undergo a Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) background investigation prior to being considered for employment. |
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Incumbents employed at the Conservation Crew Supervisor I and II - Both Options, must initiate and successfully complete the required NDF or National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) task books within three years of appointment, and as a condition of continuing employment, in order to progress to the next level in the series. |
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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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