Clerical Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Up to $28.25 per hour DOE

Are you ready to turn up the heat on your career? We're on the lookout for a dynamic, tech-savvy and detail-oriented Fire Season Administrative Specialist to become the vital support system for our fast-paced wildfire response team. This is your chance to make a real difference and play a crucial role in keeping communities safe during fire season. If you're eager to showcase your organizational prowess and contribute to a high-stakes, rewarding mission, this opportunity is perfect for you!

We're looking for people like you to join our mobile copy center team stationed at forest fire base camps across the western United States. You couldfind yourself surrounded by the breathtaking natural beauty of iconic National Parks of California, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico or Idaho.Embrace the adventure and let the great outdoors become your office!

About the Job

As a Clerical Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the wildfire suppression effort by providing key services to Forest Service personnel. You will work in a mobile copy center, ensuring the smooth operation of printing, scanning, and other clerical tasks. This is a seasonal position where you will travel to remote locations, meet interesting people, and contribute to emergency fire support.

Responsibilities

1. Produce copies for Forest Service personnel, primarily the daily Incident Action Plans (IAPs), which are essential for relaying information about incident operations.
2. Scan and print large-format maps.
3. Perform book binding, laminating, and other clerical tasks.
4. Troubleshoot tech issues and maintain equipment.
5. Track copies, maps, and services rendered.
6. Manage inventory, anticipate supply needs, and request restocking.
7. Clean and organize the mobile unit daily, including mopping, dusting, and refueling the generator.
8. Assist with faxing, creating booklets, signs, and other administrative tasks.
9. Provide excellent customer service, maintaining a courteous, cheerful, and problem-solving attitude.

Requirements

• Strong clerical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in technology, with the ability to troubleshoot issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Adaptability and willingness to stay for the duration of an incident.
• No smoking or pets allowed at the camp.