Fire Risk Reduction Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) - 2 positions

State of Oregon

1d • Remote

About The Position

At the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM), our mission is simple yet crucial: to protect people, property, and the environment from fire and hazardous materials. Guided by a set of unwavering values, we strive to uphold integrity, dedication, leadership, partnership, and service to others in all we do. The OSFM actively supports a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We embrace diversity, practice inclusive excellence, and strive for equity and belonging to maintain a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We value all lived experiences and welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQIA2S+, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others to apply. The OSFM is recruiting two (2) Fire Risk Reduction Specialists (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) for each of the following districts: District 1 (Columbia, Tillamook, and Lincoln counties) District 6 (Klamath, Lake, Harney, and Malheur counties) As a Fire Risk Reduction Specialist (FRRS) you will prepare communities for wildfire by identifying, defining, and prioritizing the risk to Oregon communities, and utilizing an integrated and strategic investment of resources to reduce fire occurrence and impact. With a primary focus on the built environment, targeted efforts include improvement of structural resiliency to wildfire, enhancement of defensible space for homes and surrounding structures, ensuring adequate access and egress in the event of wildfire events, and overall improvement of structural fire prevention efforts through community risk reduction efforts. Become a part of the OSFM team and together, let's continue working towards a safer, more resilient Oregon for everyone!

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
• Requires a valid drivers’ license with an acceptable driving record.
• The expectation for this position is that employee will be able to maintain a 45-minute or less response time to the border of their district.
• Complete FEMA – Emergency Management Institute Independent Study Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800 Within six (6) months of hire
• Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro to Community Risk Reduction Within six (6) months of hire
• Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro into Community Risk Assessment Within six (6) months of hire
• Complete National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130 Firefighter Training (Wildland) and S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior Within one (1) year of hire
• The Ember Alliance “Leading the Modern CWPP Process” course or equivalent Fire Instructor - I; M-410 or equivalent Coalitions and Collaboratives Community Wildfire Mitigation Best Practices long course Within one (1) year of hire
• Complete NIMS and/or NWCG training for Liaison Officer (LOFR) position Within two (2) years of hire
• NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior Within two (2) years of hire
• ICS-300 Intermediate Incident Command System and ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command System Within two (2) years of hire

Nice To Haves

• Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Skills
• Ability to work effectively with senior-level decision-makers, community members, and media to promote wildfire risk reduction initiatives.
• Collaborative Mindset
• Proven ability to foster partnerships and engage internal teams, local agencies, and community organizations in achieving shared goals.
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Comfortable adjusting to shifting priorities and dynamic conditions in wildfire prevention and community resilience efforts.
• Team-Oriented Approach
• Thrives in a team environment, contributing to a positive, respectful, and productive workplace culture.
• Strategic Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to use available resources to develop innovative strategies that address complex social and environmental challenges.
• Commitment to Service and Professionalism
• Demonstrates courtesy, respect, and openness to feedback while building strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS) credential through the Nation Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or who are qualified to serve on a Community Mitigation Assistance Team (CMAT).

Responsibilities

• Prepare communities for wildfire by identifying, defining, and prioritizing the risk to Oregon communities
• Utilize an integrated and strategic investment of resources to reduce fire occurrence and impact
• Improvement of structural resiliency to wildfire
• Enhancement of defensible space for homes and surrounding structures
• Ensuring adequate access and egress in the event of wildfire events
• Overall improvement of structural fire prevention efforts through community risk reduction efforts

Benefits

• Work/life balance; paid vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, 24 hours of personal business leave, and a floating day off each year.
• Medical, vision, dental (with most only 1%-5% employee share), and life insurance as well as additional optional benefits.
• Retirement programs through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan.
• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• Abundant advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government that carry your seniority and benefits with you.
• Opportunities to expand your technical and professional skills.
• Meaningful work with others who are passionate about public service.
• Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level