Fuel Reduction Jobs (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR), protects, manages, and enhances the State's resources to provide the highest quality of life for Nevada's citizens and visitors. The NDCNR with over 900 employees consists of the Director's Office and the following divisions and programs: Environmental Protection, Forestry, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Heritage, State Historic Preservation Office, Off-Highway Vehicles, Sagebrush Ecosystem, and the Conservation Districts Program.

The Department also provides support staff to the Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and has responsibility for numerous Boards, Commissions, and Councils. The Department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the State. The mission of the Nevada Division of Forestry is to protect and enhance Nevada's ecosystems and communities through natural resource stewardship and wildfire management.

The Division of Forestry has a unique partnership with the Department of Corrections to train and provide labor skills in natural resources and wildland fire management to minimum security inmates to provide professional job skills for rehabilitation and to reduce recidivism. The NDF is recruiting for a Conservation Crew Supervisor 1, Option A - Natural Resources underfilling a Conservation Crew Supervisor 3, Option A - Natural Resources located in Carson City. Incumbents will have the opportunity to progress to a upon the completion of agency and program required experience and qualifications.

This position supervises and directs up to 12 inmate crew members on natural resource conservation projects. Conservation projects can include, but are not limited to, timber stand improvement, timber harvest, insect and disease abatement, vegetative fuels reduction, tree planting, reclamation of wildfire damaged lands, riparian enhancement, watershed and range improvement, wildlife habitat enhancement, park maintenance and application of herbicide and pesticide for noxious weed and insect control. Conservation Crew supervisors supervise and evaluate crew member skill levels; plan, assign and review work; brief crew regarding work requirements and processes, job hazards and safety standards; direct projects to ensure timely completion and production rates are met; identify problems and take corrective action; and ensure the custody and security of crew members.

Crew supervisors also compile data and prepare records and reports related to project outcomes and accomplishments; equipment usage, maintenance and repair; and crew member evaluations, training and cohesion. Conservation Crew Supervisors supervise crews of Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) inmates and/or Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) staff, maintain security, and provide training in equipment use and safety in completing projects in resource conservation and/or fire management. Essential Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of general work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties Supervise and direct crews assigned to emergency services in response to floods, fires, earthquakes, search and rescue, and other natural disasters and emergency situations; and serve off duty standby to ensure availability for emergency response. Supervise and direct crews assigned to resource conservation projects such as timber stand improvement, timber harvest, insect and disease abatement, vegetative fuels reduction, vegetation planting, reclamation of damaged lands, riparian enhancement, watershed and range improvement, wildlife habitat enhancement, park maintenance, prescribed fire, fuel reduction, seed collection, and application of herbicide and pesticide for noxious weed and insect control. Transport crews to job sites; maintain related records for projects and fire assignments; complete project and fire evaluations on staff; and communicate with dispatch using a two-way radio(mobile/handheld).

Supervise and evaluate crew skill levels; plan, assign and review work; brief crew regarding project requirements and work processes; direct projects to ensure timely completion; identify problems and take corrective action; and monitor crew behavior. Train crews in the technical aspects of work projects, operation and maintenance of tools and equipment, and safety regulations and procedures; monitor and assess hazards and correct unsafe conditions; provide and maintain a "safety first" work environment; react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations and render medical assistance as needed. Organize and oversee Helitack, helicopter, Helibase and other emergency aviation operations as assigned; select, train, and evaluate crew members; maintain current knowledge of agency policies, operational guidelines and interagency agreements related to helicopter operations.

Maintain assigned vehicles, tools and equipment; perform routine maintenance and repair; report vehicle or equipment failures. Compile data and prepare records and reports related to crew evaluations, equipment usage, maintenance and repair, project expenditures and billing; assist with budgets; coordinate projects; write project narrative reports. Perform related duties as assigned.

Under immediate supervision, incumbents receive training in performing all or part of the duties outlined above and in specialized areas in either Natural Resource or Fire Suppression. This is the trainee level in the series and progression to the next level in the series may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the approval of the appointing authority. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to: use carpentry, plumbing, electrical and automotive tools to perform minor repair and construction work; use a compass and read maps; recognize unsafe work practices and take necessary precautions to reduce possible injury; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain routine records; lead and train staff and/or inmates in accomplishing objectives.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.