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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Become an integral part of the nearly 50-year-old Wyoming Smokebusters wildland fire handcrew and Forestry Conservation Program (FCP), within the Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division. This role is co-located with the Wyoming Department of Corrections at the Wyoming Honor Conservation Camp.
As a Smokebuster Crew Supervisor, you will supervise, lead, train, and oversee pre-release, minimum security inmate crews on wildland fires and various forestry and conservation projects. Your duties will include: ensuring safety, accountability, transportation, delegating tasks, monitoring performance, and evaluating inmate crewmembers during wildland fire suppression and daily work activities. Projects will include fuels reduction, timber stand improvements, community service, and disaster relief or prevention. Additionally, you will instruct inmate crewmembers in the classroom to National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards and train them in the use of chainsaws, hand and power tools, and fire suppression techniques.
Newcastle is at 4,334 feet above sea level with pleasant summer temperatures around 84°F and winter highs around 35°F. The county seat of Weston County, Newcastle offers scenic drives, abundant wildlife, and outdoor activities. Located at the intersection of U.S. Route 16 and U.S. Route 85, Newcastle is close to the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, and Devils Tower. The area provides year-round opportunities for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and winter sports.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / [email protected]
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
Manage and supervise a crew of up to 10 pre-release, minimum security inmates on wildland fires, and forestry and community projects..
Ensure accountability and security of your inmate crew, adhering to policies and procedures.
Maintain production, efficiency, and workflow of the crew.
Serve as a working supervisor, instructing, coaching, and working alongside the crew.
Hold your assigned inmate crewmembers accountable to policies, procedures, and practices, utilizing the progressive discipline model.
Perform physically demanding tasks and maintain NWCG 310-1 physical fitness certification.
Maintain documentation on inmates, records on work accomplishments, vehicle use, timesheets, and crewmember evaluations.
Operate and maintain forestry equipment and vehicles, including chainsaws, wood splitters, and heavy equipment.
Instruct courses on wildland firefighting, safety, and equipment operation.
Perform as a Squad Boss (FFT1) and Intermediate Faller (FAL2) on the Wyoming Smokebusters Type 2 Wildland Fire Handcrew.
Operate larger capacity trucks, such as Type 6 wildland fire engines.
Wyoming State Forestry Division-Forestry Conservation Program Website - https://wsfd.wyo.gov/fire-management/forestry-conservation-program
Wyoming State Forestry Division Website - http://wsfd.wyo.gov/
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. 