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Zone Fire Trespass Specialist/Fire Investigator

Utah Division of Human Resource Management

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$36.84 - $55.36/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: Zone Fire Trespass Specialist/Fire Investigator
4 posititions are open the locations are as follows:
Zone 1 Northern Utah - Box Elder, Cache, Rich, Weber, Morgan, Davis, Morgan, Salt Lake, Tooele, Utah.
Zone 2 Central Utah - Juab, Millard, Piute, Sanpete, Sevier, Wayne.
Zone 3 Eastern Utah - Daggett, Duchesne, Summit, Uintah, Wasatch, Carbon, Emery, Grand, San Juan.
Zone 4 Southwest Utah - Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane Washington.
FT / PT Status - Full-time
Salary - $36.84 - $55.36
Remote Work / In-Office - In-officeRecruiter - Christa Rowland crowlan@utah.gov 801-538-4826
Application Deadline - 8-2-26
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Job Description
This position serves as the primary Wildfire Investigatorand Fire Trespass Coordinator for an assigned interagency dispatch zone,providing specialized expertise in wildfire origin and cause determination,fire trespass investigations, suppression cost recovery, and interagencycoordination. Throughout the year, you'll transition between emergencyresponse, technical investigations, fire operations, training, public outreach,and collaboration with local, state, and federal partners.
During fire season, you'll respond to active wildfires as a lead or supportinvestigator within your assigned dispatch zone, determining fire origin andcause to support public safety, criminal accountability, civil cost recovery,and future wildfire prevention. Beyond emergency response, you'll coordinatefire trespass investigations, assist law enforcement and prosecutors, mentordeveloping investigators, deliver training, and support statewide fireprevention initiatives that protect Utah's citizens, communities, and naturalresources.
As part of FFSL's specialized statewide wildfire investigation program, you'llwork both independently and as a member of a highly collaborative teamalongside the Statewide Fire Trespass Coordinator, Area Fire ManagementOfficers, Area Managers, Prevention Specialists, Incident Management Teams,county and municipal fire departments, federal land management agencies, lawenforcement officers, prosecutors, dispatch centers, and wildfire investigatorsthroughout Utah. Together, you'll strengthen wildfire investigations, improvepublic safety, reduce human-caused wildfires, recover suppression costs onbehalf of Utah taxpayers, and promote responsible stewardship of the state'spublic and private lands.
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine emergency response,scientific investigation, law enforcement coordination, public service,leadership, and natural resource protection into one challenging and rewardingcareer.
Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary Wildfire Investigator and Fire Trespass Coordinator for an assigned interagency dispatch zone, providing leadership and technical expertise in wildfire origin and cause determination, fire trespass investigations, and suppression cost recovery.
  • Respond to wildfire incidents during initial and extended attack to conduct fire analyses, determine origin and cause, evaluate the need for formal investigations, preserve evidence, and support Incident Command and area resources with scene security and investigative guidance.
  • Conduct wildfire origin and cause investigations by applying scientific principles, nationally recognized investigative methodologies, and NWCG guidance to determine wildfire origin and cause.
  • Identify wildfire causes through scientific analysis, examination of fire spread indicators and burn patterns, assist with witness interviews and evidence collection, complete documentation, mapping, photography, diagrams, and technical reporting suitable for criminal prosecution and civil litigation.
  • Protect wildfire origin areas, recognize and document potential physical evidence, assist law enforcement with evidence collection, and support coordinated investigations with law enforcement and cooperating agencies.
  • Prepare comprehensive investigative reports, technical documentation, cost recovery packages, demand letters, case summaries, and supporting records while providing expert witness testimony during criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.
  • Administer the zone fire trespass and suppression cost recovery program by evaluating human-caused fires, reviewing suppression costs, preparing documentation in accordance with Utah Administrative Rule, and coordinating with Statewide Fire Trespass Coordinator, Area Managers, Area Fire Management Officers, finance personnel, legal counsel, and prosecutors.
  • Coordinate and oversee wildfire investigation activities throughout the assigned dispatch zone by implementing statewide investigation policies and procedures, maintaining quality assurance standards, managing investigative records, reviewing reports, tracking investigation metrics and human-caused fire trends, and supporting statewide program initiatives.
  • Serve as the zone subject matter expert for wildfire investigations by providing technical guidance to fire managers, Incident
  • Management Teams, law enforcement, prosecuting attorneys, dispatch centers, partner agencies, and neighboring dispatch zones during periods of increased activity.
  • Develop and mentor current and future wildfire investigators by delivering NWCG wildfire investigation courses, conducting field exercises, evaluating task books, supporting qualification development, sharing lessons learned, and promoting professional growth.
  • Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with local, county, tribal, state, and federal agencies to support coordinated wildfire investigations, fire prevention initiatives, emergency response, and public safety objectives.
  • Support FFSL's broader fire management mission by assistingwith initial attack operations, prescribed fire planning, Wildland-UrbanInterface assessments, fuels reduction projects, fire prevention and communityoutreach, Incident Management Team assignments, and other statewide firemanagement priorities as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimums
Successful applicants must possess the foundationalknowledge, skills, abilities, and experience necessary to perform the essentialfunctions of the position upon appointment. Candidates should demonstrateoperational credibility in wildland fire, emergency response, investigations,or a closely related field, along with the ability to exercise sound judgment,communicate effectively, and collaborate with diverse partners. Whileagency-specific policies, procedures, and specialized program responsibilities willbe learned through training and experience, applicants must possess theprofessional competencies necessary to safely perform field assignments,conduct investigations, and contribute effectively as a member of FFSL'sstatewide wildfire investigation program.
Required Experience
  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in wildland fire operations, wildfire investigations, fire prevention, natural resource management, law enforcement, emergency management, or a closely related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, certifications, and directly related professional experience demonstrating the ability to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Required Knowledge
  • Wildland fire behavior, suppression operations, and firefighter safety principles.
  • Incident Command System (ICS) and interagency incident management.
  • Wildfire origin and cause determination principles and investigative methodologies.
  • Evidence recognition, preservation, documentation, and chain-of-custody practices.
  • Technical report writing, case documentation, and records management.
  • Professional communication and interagency coordination.
  • Computer applications used for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic documentation.

Required Skills
  • Conducting field investigations and collecting factual information.
  • Evaluating fire behavior, burn indicators, and physical evidence.
  • Applying analytical and deductive reasoning to identify probable fire causes.
  • Preparing clear, concise, and accurate technical reports.
  • Interviewing witnesses and documenting investigative findings.
  • Managing multiple assignments while meeting critical deadlines.
  • Building collaborative working relationships with internal and external partners.

Required Abilities
  • Conduct investigations in remote, rugged, and physically demanding environments.
  • Analyze evidence, technical information, and conflicting facts to reach logical and defensible conclusions.
  • Make sound decisions under stressful and rapidly changing conditions.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision while contributing as a member of a statewide team.
  • Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards in sensitive investigations.
  • Safely operate four-wheel-drive vehicles and travel throughout Utah, including overnight assignments and emergency call-outs.
  • Meet the physical demands associated with wildfire response and field investigations.
  • Obtain and maintain agency-required qualifications, certifications, and fitness standards necessary to perform assigned duties.
  • FSL is committed to hiring candidates with operationalexperience, judgment, and aptitude to succeed, while providing agency-specifictraining and professional development necessary to excel in the position.

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:
The following qualifications are highly desirable but arenot required at the time of hire. Applicants who possess one or more of thesequalifications may be given preference during the selection process. FFSL iscommitted to developing the next generation of wildfire investigationprofessionals by providing training, mentorship, and opportunities to obtainadvanced qualifications throughout an employee's career. Successful candidateswill have opportunities to expand their technical expertise, assume leadershipresponsibilities, and contribute to the continued growth and innovation ofUtah's statewide Wildfire Investigation and Fire Trespass Program.
  • Conducting wildfire origin and cause investigations.
  • Managing fire trespass or wildfire suppression cost recovery cases.
  • Serving in wildland fire operations, Incident Management Teams, or prescribed fire programs.
  • Coordinating multi-agency or multi-jurisdictional investigations.
  • Working with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, or legal counsel.
  • Providing courtroom testimony or serving as an expert witness.
  • Leading projects, programs, or interagency initiatives.
  • Supervising, mentoring, or developing employees and trainees.
  • Delivering classroom instruction, field training, or NWCG courses.
  • Fire prevention, community risk reduction, emergency management, or natural resource management.

Preferred Knowledge
  • Advanced wildfire origin and cause determination methodologies.
  • Fire trespass investigations and suppression cost recovery processes.
  • Wildland fire behavior analysis and fire effects.
  • Criminal and administrative investigative practices.
  • Utah wildfire statutes, administrative rules, and related legal processes.
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS), GPS mapping, and digital field documentation.
  • Fire Business System (FBS), Survey123, or similar incident and case management systems.
  • Digital evidence management and investigative technologies.

Preferred Skills
  • Applying advanced fire investigation techniques to complex incidents.
  • Collecting, preserving, and documenting physical and digital evidence.
  • Conducting witness interviews and preparing comprehensive investigative reports.
  • Coordinating investigations involving multiple agencies and jurisdictions.
  • Delivering professional presentations, technical instruction, and public outreach.
  • Developing policies, procedures, training materials, or operational guidance.
  • Utilizing GIS, GPS, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), digital photography, and other emerging technologies to support wildfire investigations.

Preferred Professional Qualifications and Training
  • NWCG Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF).
  • FI-210 - Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination.
  • FI-310 - Wildland Fire Investigation Case Development.
  • ICT4 or higher Incident Command qualifications.
  • Engine Boss, Crew Boss, Strike Team Leader (STCR/STEN), Task Force Leader (TFLD), or other advanced NWCG operational qualifications.
  • NWCG Instructor qualifications or equivalent instructional experience.

Desired Professional Attributes
  • Successful candidates often demonstrate:
  • Curiosity and a passion for solving complex problems.
  • Sound judgment, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Initiative, adaptability, and self-motivation.
  • Effective leadership and collaborative teamwork.
  • A commitment to mentoring others and fostering professional growth.
  • The ability to remain calm, objective, and decisive in dynamic environments.
  • A commitment to continuous learning, public service, and protecting Utah's citizens, communities, and natural resources.

About the Role
Location - Multiple locations
Background Check Required - Yes
Drug Test Required - Yes
Schedule Code - B
Why You Should Join Our Team
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