CONSERVATION CREW SUPERVISOR I, OPTION B: FIRE SUPPRESSION - Three Lakes Valley Conservation Camp

　　APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $45,184.32 to $66,043.44 PAY GRADE: 29

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　　In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

　　JOB INFORMATION

　　Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.Department: Conservation and Natural Resources (http://dcnr.nv.gov/)

　　Division: Division of Forestry

　　Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson

　　Job Class Code: 01.825 B

　　RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

　　Announcement Number: 45868

　　Open to all qualified persons.

　　Posted 01/18/2024

　　Close Date: 02/01/2024

　　Recruiter:

　　JON TERRAZAS

　　Phone: (775)684-0116

　　Email: [email protected]

　　Applications accepted for another 3 Days 0 Hrs 48 Mins

　　The Position

　　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.

　　Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. Under the supervision of the Conservation Camp Supervisor, this position supervises and directs up to 12 inmate crew members on natural resource conservation projects, fuels reduction, and wildland fire suppression incidents. Conservation projects that protect and enhance forest, rangeland and watersheds can include, but are not limited to, wildfire fuel reduction, timber harvest, forest thinning, weed spraying, planting, seeding, soil erosion control, stream and river restoration, and prescribed burning. Wildland fire response can be required in and out of state for durations up to 21 days per assignment. Multiple assignments may be required per year. National Wildfire Coordinating Group qualifications are required to be obtained and/or maintained for the duration of employment commensurate with the level of Crew Boss (CRWB).

　　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, safety 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. The selected applicant must pass the arduous pack test that consists of a three (3) mile walk, carrying a forty-five (45) pound pack within forty-five (45) minutes as well as pass a pre-hire drug screening and background check. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

　　To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-1_0/

　　To Qualify:

　　In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:

　　Education and Experience (Minimum 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.Special Notes

　　Applicants for Option B: Fire Suppression, are required to pass a physical agility test prior to appointment and as a condition for continuing employment. Possession of a Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement is required within one year of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, natural resource management, forestry, or closely related field can be substituted for the NDF Resource Task Book. Positions within Option B: Fire Suppression, must pass a strict annual physical examination according to agency standards and to meet requirements of the provisions of the Heart/Lung Bills. All positions must obtain Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR & AED) American Heart Association certification and a qualification of First Aid or higher certification during the probationary period and must maintain certification as a condition of continuing employment. Positions must obtain and maintain required qualifications within agency defined time frames as a condition of continuing employment. NWCG Task Books for Faller 3 (FAL3), Faller 2 (FAL2), Helicopter Manager (HMGB), or Crew Boss (CRWB) will be granted reciprocity for equivalent qualifications for the requirements of Option A: Natural Resource.Special Requirements

　　Possession of a valid driver's license is required at the time of application and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this class have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this class must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Positions are required to work weekends and/or holidays and must be available for emergency assignments up to 14 days in duration. Applicants must attach verification of successful completion of required trainings/task books at the time of application. Incumbents employed at the Conservation Crew Supervisor I and II - Both Options, must initiate and successfully complete the required NDF or National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) task books within three years of appointment, and as a condition of continuing employment, in order to progress to the next level in the series.Additional Position Criteria

　　This position is located at the Three Lakes Valley Conservation Camp, 25 miles outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. Candidates will be required to work in this location.The Examination

　　Application Evaluation Exam

　　The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

　　INFORMATIONAL LINKS

　　For more information about state employment, visit the following:

　　Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov

　　Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org

　　Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us

　　More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB

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　　Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 209 East Musser Street, Room 101 Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 Division of Human Resource Management Southern Nevada 555 East Washington Avenue, Suite 1400 Las Vegas, Nevada 89101-1046TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868

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