Working Title: Airtanker Base Lead

　　Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Fire Response Lead

　　Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/18/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/07/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

　　Division/Unit : Forestry

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies

　　Days of Work : Varies

　　Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

　　Salary Range: $18.50 - $23.97 / hourly; $38,628 - $50,049 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service / American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

　　Work Area : Bemidji Tanker Base or Brainerd Tanker Base

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : No

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　This posting will be used to fill two positions, one at each location listed.

　　This is a full time, split season position with anticipated season dates of February 26 through June 15 and September 1 through November 15. Seasons are subject to change based on weather conditions. Hours of work may vary and include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

　　This position implements fire suppression support tasks at an airtanker base by organizing and preparing airtanker base facilities and supplies; supports aviation resources staged at airtanker base; performs routine fire response and preparation work; and leads emergency fire fighters to control and extinguish wildfires for the Department of Natural Resources.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Preparation of wildfire suppression needs by organizing and maintaining fire suppression equipment, supplies and tools, by maintaining an inventory of supplies and requesting new supplies as needed; by winterizing fire suppression equipment before storage at the end of fire season; and maintaining buildings, grounds, fire warden signs, and fire related facilities.

　　Supporting initial attack wildfires and work on prescribed burns as part of the wildfire aviation team by leading emergency fire fighters and operating airtanker base equipment. Communicate with Dispatcher/Fire Team Leader to ensure that fire reports/billings are complete, accurate and timely.

　　Assisting Airtanker Base Manager with fire suppression activities by directing emergency fire suppression personnel and assisting with training.

　　This position requires both hand and power tool operation and strenuous physical work under unfavorable conditions; requires endurance necessary to perform tasks under extreme environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, wind, and smoke; and requires frequent travel for fire suppression purposes throughout Minnesota. This job requires moving to a significant degree on rough terrain. It requires the ability to move 2 miles in 30 minutes while transporting a 25-pound pack (passing the Work Capacity Test, moderate level).

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Position requires a Class A Driver‘s License (CDL), passing a pre-employment drug screen and participation in the DNR ongoing random screening program. Otherwise qualified applicants who do not have a valid Class A will be allowed up to six (6) months to acquire one, as a condition of employment.

　　Two months wildfire response experience or diploma / associate degree in natural resource management with an emphasis in wildland firefighting.

　　Qualified or Trainee as Retardant Crew Member (RTCM) or Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT).

　　Knowledge of wildfire suppression including initial attack, fire behavior, fire control, mop up, and fire line safety sufficient to effectively suppress fires.

　　Knowledge of fire suppression equipment maintenance and operation sufficient to prepare and respond to wildfire suppression needs.

　　Knowledge of state and local fire laws and regulations sufficient to report violations.

　　Ability to understand and use information contained in Fire Plans sufficient to prepare for and respond to wildfires.

　　Communication skills sufficient to ensure accurate and effective transmission of information through internal and interagency communications for routine and crisis situations.

　　Ability to recognize reportable events sufficient to meet Forestry fire reporting requirements.

　　Ability to maintain and organize airtanker base equipment so that equipment is functioning and available when needed to suppress fires.

　　Ability to use maps and GPS equipment sufficient to quickly locate fires and access routes by section, township, range, and latitude/longitude.

　　Ability to operate airtanker base equipment sufficient to carry out fire suppression activities in a safe and effective manner.

　　Ability to coach and direct emergency firefighters to ensure effective and safe suppression and pre-suppression activities.

　　Must have successfully completed the following training: Introduction to Incident Command System I-100, and Incident Management System and Introduction IS-700.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Current possession of a valid Class A Driver’s License (CDL).

　　National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Red Card qualified Mixmaster (MXMS), Ramp Manager (RAMP), Engine Boss (ENGB), Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4), Helicopter Crew Member (HECM),.

　　Knowledge of airtanker base equipment maintenance and operations

　　Knowledge of airtanker base operations and aircraft safety so that aircraft can be safely loaded with fire retardants/suppressants and dispatched.

　　Knowledge of airtanker base equipment and retardant mixing procedures.

　　Knowledge of DNR Forestry fire reporting system sufficient to complete and enter reports.

　　Additional Requirements

　　This position requires current possession of a valid Class A Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one in the first 6 months of employment. The selected applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and will be included in the ongoing DNR random drug and alcohol test program.

　　Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

　　In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

　　It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

　　Employment Reference Check

　　SEMA4 Records Check

　　Criminal History Check

　　Education/License Verification

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.