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DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT Manage and reduce fire risk to protect Arizona's people, communities, and wildland areas to champion the health of Arizona's natural resources. The Department of Forestry and Fire Management provides services through strategic implementation of cooperative natural resources and fire assistance programs, development and support of statewide fire policies, and coordination of resources across all-lands and jurisdictions.

Job Location:

Address:  1133 West Road 3 North
Chino Valley, AZ 86323

Posting Details:

Salary: $21.1449 - $29.4960 Hourly 
Grade: 21
Closing Date: Open until filled

Job Summary:

This position works on a team and manages the planning and implementation of forestry projects on private, state, and federal land in the assigned District. Projects include, but are not limited to, hazardous fuel reduction, forest health improvement, and watershed restoration.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Identify projects and develop planning documents for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
Interpret planning documents and implement projects on-the-ground for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
Lead field staff and develop work plans for project oversight and monitoring; report outcomes and recommend management actions.
Coordinate with other forestry and fire management staff to ensure all stakeholder needs are met and concurrence in documented; draft project task orders and manage contractors and internal crews in the implementation of projects.
Provide technical assistance to landowners, internal staff, partners, and stakeholders; conduct forest resource surveys.
Drive on State business
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
Forest planning, site specific prescription development, and the elements of a well-written plan.
Forest operations, including harvesting and methods used in the forest industry.
Arizona forest and fuel types and state and federal environmental compliance laws and regulations.
Skills in:
Computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, and ArcGIS-related products.
Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective communication and teamwork.
Training others in forestry related subjects, safety practices and protocols.
Timber marking, cruising and stand value estimation.
Ability to:
Interact effectively with others to convey thoughts, ideas, and information.
Track progress against goals and make adjustments in order to achieve results.
Lead with a positive and productive attitude.
Maintain written records, prepare documents and reports.
Drive on State business

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or related natural resource program. 2+ years experience developing forest planning documents and managing forestry operations.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

A valid Arizona Driver's License.
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
  
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
  
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
  
• 10 paid holidays per year
  
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion).
  
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
  
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
  
• Deferred compensation plan
  
• Wellness plans
  
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
  
• Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
  
• Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
  
• The current contribution rate is 11.98%
  

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Selene Rojas at srojas@dffm.az.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (623) 236-6664. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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