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Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain)

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$67K/yr - $87K/yr

1+ years exp

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking candidates for the position of Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain). The role involves mentoring and instructing crewmembers, directing fire suppression operations, and ensuring safety and efficiency in wildfire management activities.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Mentors and instructs lower graded crewmembers

Applies an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography, weather, fuels, and training in fire management

Plans action and directs utilization of fireline resources

Directs assigned suppression operations and recommend and implement tactical strategies

Adjusts actions based on changing information and evolving situational awareness

Observes, collects, and records fire-related data

Directs the operation and use of special tools and equipment

Directs and ensures proper assembly of equipment and supplies

Assists in the development and implementation of training programs (mandatory, formal, and informal)

Directs moderately complex fuels management projects and/or participates or leads in fire prevention promotional activities

Exercises lead duties over a fire engine crew

Assists with managing assigned property

Qualification

Engine Boss (ENGB)Incident Command Type 5 (ICT5)S-211 Portable Pumps & Water UseWildland Fire ExperienceSupervisory SkillsMentoring SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands

Direct Deposit Required

Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination

Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement

Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory/managerial probationary period if one has not previously been completed

This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work

This position requires you to wear an officially-approved uniform while in a duty status

You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position

You must pass a pre-employment physical

You must meet specified levels on annual physical fitness tests, and pass periodic medical exams for wild land fire personnel, commensurate with current incident management qualifications

You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions

An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position

May require a one year probationary period

Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment

This position requires the following qualifications - Currency Not Required: Engine Boss (ENGB) and Incident Command Type 5 (ICT5) and S-211 Portable Pumps & Water Use

Specialized Experience Requirements: (1) one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GW-7 grade level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: 1) on-the-line wildland fire experience as a lead firefighter or supervisor managing resources, equipment, and tools directly related to the suppression of wildfires; 2) leading an engine module in response to wildland fire incidents; and/or 3) determining suppression method to use including hose lay types, deployment of crew, point of initial attack, types of tools to use, and application of water and handline location and standards

Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service