Fire Mitigation Specialist

SRP•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join us in building a better future for Arizona! SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona. Why Work at SRP At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power. SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits: Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee) 401(k) plan with employer matching Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave) Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility) Short and long-term disability plans Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking Summary The Fire Mitigation Specialist is responsible for executing wildfire mitigation strategies and programs aligned with the organization’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP). This includes implementing comprehensive fire mitigation initiatives and supporting emergency response efforts. The role serves as a key liaison between the organization and external agencies, contributing to wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities. Additionally, the position integrates fire mitigation strategies into utility operations and infrastructure protection, while collaborating with land management agencies to strengthen wildfire resilience across SRP’s water and power service territories.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required.
In lieu of a degree , 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.
On-call and emergency response availability.
A valid driver’s license required.
Field and office work in potentially hazardous environments.
Experience working in remote outdoor environments
Knowledge of utility operations and infrastructure
GIS and GPS proficiency.
Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide 24/7 emergency utility response support during wildfire events while serving as the primary point of contact during fire incidents.
Coordinate wildfire response strategies and field operations.
Coordinate with land management agencies on prescribed burns and protection projects.
Develop and deliver wildfire preparedness training programs.
Conduct wildfire risk assessments and integrate mitigation into water and power operations.
Serve as a liaison with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies while maintaining strong partnerships with internal and external first responders and stakeholders.
Analyze wildfire risk data and develop mitigation strategies.
Maintain high fire-risk asset lists and system maps.
Lead development and execution of policies and procedures determined by the Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP).
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to present and discuss the SRP fire mitigation program, including briefings with senior leadership, internal departments, community and industry representatives.
Enhance wildfire mitigation efforts by supporting fire behavior modeling, AI camera monitoring, and climatology, by helping design, coordinate, and implement strategic initiatives.
Lead the planning and facilitation of annual internal and external stakeholder meetings to assess mitigation strategies, address program challenges, and guide cross-functional business planning across Transmission, Distribution, Water Operations, Engineering, GIS, and Risk Management.

Benefits

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks)
Adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking