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State of Montana · 1 day ago

Program Specialist 1 - Fixed Wing Program Manager / Southwest Land Office

Missoula, MT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25.76/hr - $25.76/hr

4+ years exp

The State of Montana's Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is dedicated to managing Montana's land and water resources. The Program Specialist 1 - Fixed Wing Program Manager will oversee aviation operations and ensure data accuracy for wildland fire detection and mapping, while supervising additional staff as needed.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Supervise the program activities of the Land Office aviation operation to support statewide operational and logistical assignments

Execute all assigned pre-flight, mission flight, and post-flight duties as required to safely and effectively operate mission systems supporting initial/extended attack. This includes mission planning, pre-briefings, mission system inspection, operation, troubleshooting, post-flight inspections, debriefings, fire activity product preparation and distribution, and mission documentation. Use a combination of skill, Crew Resource Management, and experience to function safely and effectively as an aircrew member. Liaison with the DNRC management team, contractors, and other natural resource management agencies to ensure effective and efficient mission accomplishment

This position is responsible for staffing the fixed-wing detection aircraft

This position will supervise additional staff as needed for mission support and supervise fire staff during wildland fire operations

Qualification

Wildland fire suppressionAviation operationsGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Incident Command System (ICS)Fire behavior knowledgeSupervisory practicesDecision making under stressCommunication skills

Required

Education, or experience equivalent to an associate degree in forestry, geographic information systems (GIS), aviation, fire science, or a related field

Equivalent experience should include at least four seasons (20 months) of wildland fire suppression experience, including roles such as Single Resource Boss and Incident Commander

Experience and skills managing information systems, computer system analysis, information technology in storing, retrieving, and sending information, or geographic information systems (GIS) analyst background

Knowledge of aviation, fire management, forestry, resource management, accounting, computer science and technology, data and geographic information systems and data analysis

Knowledge of wildland fire tactical methods; fire behavior; related state rules and regulations; the incident command system (ICS); techniques for leading others in driving and/or operating a wildland fire aviation support equipment; fire suppression principles and practices (e.g., fire behavior, fire assessment, tactical methods); rotary and fixed-wing aviation operations; the Incident Command System (ICS); fire line safety procedures; radio use policies and procedures; fire prevention regulations, practices and procedures; basic vehicle maintenance; mechanical, carpentry, and painting procedures and methods; state and DNRC personnel policies and procedures; supervisory practices; and training methods

Skill in reading maps; planning and organization; using and maintaining a variety of specialized forestry tools and equipment; operating all types of fire suppression equipment; driving off-road and on unimproved road systems; the use of a map and compass; the use of hand (e.g., axe, shovel, Pulaski) and power (e.g., chainsaw) tools; the use of hoses, and water handling accessories (e.g. nozzles, valves, couplings, and hose clamps); communicating clearly with others using correct terminology and processes; and skill in using tools and equipment, cleaning, and making minor repairs

Ability to make effective decisions under critical stress levels during dangerous situations to avoid high suppression costs, property damage, and injury or loss of life; safely, effectively, and efficiently manage the tactical use of fire suppression aircraft, both fixed-wing and rotary-wing; perform physically and mentally demanding work under adverse conditions; low level flights, develop unique solutions to complex problems based on extensive knowledge and experience of both local conditions and broader aviation related fire suppression techniques; complete agency paperwork; and complete yearly demonstrations of proficiency

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States

A valid driver's license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent, completed 36 months

Preferred

Knowledge of aviation, fire management, forestry, resource management, accounting, computer science and technology, data and geographic information systems and data analysis is desirable