Fire Risk Reduction Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) - District 6 (Klamath, Lake, Harney, and Malheur counties)

State of Oregon•Klamath Falls, OR

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 a Fire Risk Reduction Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) assigned to District 6 (Klamath, Lake, Harney, and Malheur counties). Klamath, Lake, Harney, and Malheur counties make up Oregon’s vast high‑desert interior – huge in land area, sparsely populated, and shaped by agriculture, ranching, and public lands – with Klamath County the most populous and tied to farming, forestry, and outdoor tourism; Lake County defined by remote rangeland, timber, and geothermal resources; Harney County dominated by federal land and cattle operations around Burns; and Malheur County oriented toward irrigated agriculture and Intermountain West culture along the Idaho border. 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.
Requires the employee to reside within their designated district. Residing within a district means maintaining a household and mailing address within the set geographical boundaries of that district.
Successful candidates must possess or be able to obtain the following certifications: Within six (6) months of hire: Complete FEMA – Emergency Management Institute Independent Study Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800. Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro to Community Risk Reduction. Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro into Community Risk Assessment. Within one (1) year of hire: Complete National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130 Firefighter Training (Wildland) and S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior. 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 two (2) years of hire: Complete NIMS and/or NWCG training for Liaison Officer (LOFR) position. NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior. ICS-300 Intermediate Incident Command System and ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command System.

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.
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.
Focus on the built environment, including improvement of structural resiliency to wildfire.
Enhance defensible space for homes and surrounding structures.
Ensure adequate access and egress in the event of wildfire events.
Improve 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
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.