ASSISTANT CHIEF-FORESTRY-DACS - 42002054

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The incumbent in this position is required to be fire certified as a forestry firefighter under Chapter 633, F.S., and at any time may be required to perform the tasks of a Certified Wildland Firefighter in accordance with Florida Forest Service (FFS) Policy and Procedure 225.00, Appendix B. Coordinates, supervises and manages aircraft operation. Responsible for aircraft flights and maintenance based on Federal Aviation Administration Rules and Regulations, as well as laws governing use of state-owned aircraft. Establishes and maintains maintenance schedules for aircraft; ensures that all aircraft comply with parts 43 and 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations; prepares and manages the aircraft program budget; develops policy and procedure related to aircraft program. Ensures incorporation of risk management practices into all FFS fire aviation and related programs.

This position is responsible for the coordination of the detection and aerial suppression programs of the FFS. This position is responsible for coordinating with field administrative units to provide for a statewide fire detection system that integrates new technology with aerial detection systems. FFS has aerial fire suppression resources which are allocated based on values at risk and potential for threat to loss of life from wildfire. This position is responsible for budget preparation and administration, recommending policy and procedure, setting standards for pilot qualifications and proficiency, maintenance of FFS aircraft, compliance with applicable federal aviation laws and rules, and the aviation safety program.

Coordinates the development and implementation of fire aviation tactical training for state and other agency firefighters. Acts as liaison with other state and municipal aviation programs regarding wildfire aviation and represents the FFS on fire aviation related committees and groups.

As a member of the Forest Protection Bureau team, participates in other duties and training as necessary.

Evaluates and coordinates the wildfire detection system. Reviews and monitors new technology available to detect fires. Analyzes current detection statistics to determine effectiveness and efficiency. Establishes detection standards and develops and implements measures to meet those standards.

Responsible and accountable for managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner.

Responsible for ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with FFS and department policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and nine (9) years of professional, aviation, forestry or supervisory experience; or
• A bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of professional forestry or aviation experience, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or
• A master’s degree (6 years) from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional forestry or aviation experience, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
• In addition, requirements under Florida Statute 633 must be met. NOTE: THE INCUMBENT WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE PRESCRIBED NUMBER OF HOURS OF FIRE RECRUIT TRAINING WITHIN THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Certificate of Compliance as a Fire Fighter.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, supervises and manages aircraft operation.
• Responsible for aircraft flights and maintenance based on Federal Aviation Administration Rules and Regulations, as well as laws governing use of state-owned aircraft.
• Establishes and maintains maintenance schedules for aircraft; ensures that all aircraft comply with parts 43 and 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations; prepares and manages the aircraft program budget; develops policy and procedure related to aircraft program.
• Ensures incorporation of risk management practices into all FFS fire aviation and related programs.
• Coordination of the detection and aerial suppression programs of the FFS.
• Coordinates with field administrative units to provide for a statewide fire detection system that integrates new technology with aerial detection systems.
• Budget preparation and administration, recommending policy and procedure, setting standards for pilot qualifications and proficiency, maintenance of FFS aircraft, compliance with applicable federal aviation laws and rules, and the aviation safety program.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of fire aviation tactical training for state and other agency firefighters.
• Acts as liaison with other state and municipal aviation programs regarding wildfire aviation and represents the FFS on fire aviation related committees and groups.
• Evaluates and coordinates the wildfire detection system.
• Reviews and monitors new technology available to detect fires.
• Analyzes current detection statistics to determine effectiveness and efficiency.
• Establishes detection standards and develops and implements measures to meet those standards.
• Managing budget/dollars/resources (staff, vehicles, computers, cell phones, etc.) of any assigned programs in an efficient and accountable manner.
• Ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with FFS and department policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED