Assistant Fuels Management Lead

OSAGE NATION•Pawhuska, OK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Fuels Management Lead/Firefighter is a key fuels/fire management position within the Wildland Fire Management Department. The Assistant Fuels Management Lead serves as a line supervisor for the Fuels Management Lead in and out of the field on a fuel’s management/prescribed fire module. The Incumbent provides for the technical supervision of 3-7 crewmembers 5 preferred on a day-to-day basis. Performing and supervising squads accomplishing tasks related to wildland fuels management, fire suppression, and mitigation. Such activities include, but are not limited to; hazardous fuels reduction, prescribed burning, preparedness, prevention, monitoring, and wildland fire suppression. The Assistant Fuels Management Lead/Firefighter is primarily responsible for the supervision, proper operation, safety and welfare of a portion of the fuel’s management/prescribed fire module. The implementation of mechanical hazardous fuels removal plans, prescribed fire plans on treated units, and monitor maintenance of equipment used to accomplish fuels management work on hazardous fuels reduction projects/ prescribed burns. But may also serve on an engine, hand crew, or helitack module. The incumbent performs assignments that involve an experienced knowledge of fuels management and fire suppression techniques and practices in order to assist technical, skilled, and supervisory positions within the Fire Management Department. Provides supervision and intent from the Fuels Management Lead to the wildland fire fuels management/prescribed fire module. Assigns work to subordinates to ensures that work, tasks, short-term priorities, schedules and deadlines for completion of work are met. Implements formal and informal trainings to comply with policy and regulations. Responsible for supervision over proper maintenance and operation of heavy equipment (Compact Track loaders, Excavators, Dozers, etc.), hand tools and chainsaw use, containment line construction, management of operations and site preparation, use of pumps and other portable water apparatus. Hose lays using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustments in the effective use of water and additives. Working in and around aircraft such as helicopters, adhering to safety rules, utilizing intermediate knowledge of fire behavior, and the appropriate use of fuels/fire terminology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must possess an incident qualification card at the Arduous Fitness Level.
Fire Fighter Type 1 qualification.
Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) qualification.
Ability to drive and operate a tractor/trailer transport.
Maintain a commercial driver’s license (Class A CDL).
Complete (WFSTAR) Wildland Fire Safety training Annual Refresher (RT-130).
Must meet the Federal Interagency Wildland Firefighter Medical Standards for arduous duty.
Must maintain the prerequisite physical stamina and strength needed to perform rigorous duties and pass the Work Capacity Test at the arduous level annually.
Must be willing to travel and work past 40 hours a week and/or on holidays if needed.
Working knowledge of standard fuels/fire program requirements, tactics, methods, procedures, safety rules, regulations and skills in the use of hand tools, radios, pumps, hoes, and chainsaws sufficient to perform routinely assigned fire suppression and prescribed fire assignments.
Working knowledge of fire behavior, hazards, and accepted fuels/fire safety and procedures to prevent injury and loss of life.
Basic knowledge of heavy equipment and engine operation, fuels/fire terminology, reporting requirements, procedures, and first aid procedures.
Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation.
Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics.
Requires a high level of problem solving skills.
Must maintain confidentiality at all times.
Requires ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Requires good interpersonal communication and team work skills.
Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check; drug/alcohol test and have a clean driving record.
Must have a valid driver’s license – may be required to drive GSA or Nation vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
Crew Boss/ Engine Boss-Single Resource qualification.
Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) qualification.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Crew Boss-Single Resource (S-230) training and successful completion of Crew Boss Position Task Book (PTB).
Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290) training.
ICS for Single Resource and Initial Action Incidents (ICS-200) training.
Wildland Fire Chainsaws (S-212) training.
Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface (S-215) training.
Portable Pumps and Water Use (S-211) training.
Firing Operations (S-219) training.

Responsibilities

Supervising 3-7 crewmembers on a day-to-day basis.
Performing and supervising squads accomplishing tasks related to wildland fuels management, fire suppression, and mitigation.
Implementing mechanical hazardous fuels removal plans and prescribed fire plans.
Monitoring maintenance of equipment used for fuels management work.
Providing supervision and intent from the Fuels Management Lead to the wildland fire fuels management/prescribed fire module.
Assigning work to subordinates to ensure tasks, priorities, schedules, and deadlines are met.
Implementing formal and informal trainings to comply with policy and regulations.
Supervising proper maintenance and operation of heavy equipment, hand tools, and chainsaw use.
Managing containment line construction, operations, and site preparation.
Operating pumps and other portable water apparatus, including hose lays and nozzle adjustments.
Working in and around aircraft such as helicopters, adhering to safety rules.
Utilizing intermediate knowledge of fire behavior and appropriate use of fuels/fire terminology.
Observing the rules of all aspects of safety.
Applying practices and techniques to minimize resource damage.