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Job Description
The Job
**This recruitment is only open to current County Fire employees.**
You must list your current County Fire employment in your work history to be considered for this position.
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is recruiting for Wildland Fuels Specialist, who, under general direction, plans, manages and coordinates the project and/or program management activities related to wildland protection, forestry conservation, vegetation management programs and fire prevention measures within the Fire Department’s Wildland Division; performs related duties as required.
For more detailed information, review the Wildland Fuels Specialist job specification.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!!!
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Physical Ability: The employees in this class will be responsible for performing hazardous tasks under emergency conditions. The work in this class will demand heavy physical labor for periods of varying duration under hazardous conditions and in all weather conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, hiking trails, working in steep, uneven terrain, working in confined areas, and working in smoke-filled limited visibility environments. This position will require the strength and physical abilities necessary to perform the duties of a fire fighter as specified by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards. Training includes successful completion of the NWCG Missoula Interagency Hotshot Physical Ability. Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the safety health and physical condition standards.
Positions: Applicants must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County. Employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits all visible tattoos.
Certification: Must obtain S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface and S-336 Tactical Decision Making in the Wildland Fire within 24 months of hire or may be terminated.
License: Must possess and maintain a current CA Class C (or higher) driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance at time of appointment.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time experience (duties equivalent to a San Bernardino County Fire Protection District Fire Suppression Aide III class or higher) primarily performing activities related to wildland protection, forestry conservation, vegetation management programs, and fire prevention measures within a public agency/fire department’s Wildland Division.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Forestry, Environmental Science, or other closely related field and possess knowledge of plants/botany, chaparral fuel types, related wildland fuels, and GIS/ESRI software/products. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface and S-336 Tactical Decision making in the Wildland Fire certificates.
Selection Process
Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications will be referred to the appointing authority for a selection interview.
Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .
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The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits*, please click here .
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
* Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 10/11/2024 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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