Wildland Forestry Technician 2 - Aircraft Ramp Manager

Wildland Forestry Technician 2

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for a Wildland Forestry Technician 2 in McGrath.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

The Southwest Area Ramp Manager has primary responsibility for the safety and efficiency of the McGrath Ramp. This position will be responsible for coordinating the movement of aircraft, vehicles, equipment, and personnel on the ramp. The incumbent is also required to monitor ramp operations, maintain safety protocols, and communicate with pilots and airfield managers. The McGrath ramp will also be assigned to maintain equipment readiness and train/mentor personnel in ramp operations.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Southwest Area of the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection provides aggressive Wildland Fire Suppression and Support activities for 88 million acres in Southwest Alaska. The Area also continues to implement a widespread Fuels Reduction Program to protect communities and values at risk from wildfires.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection base located in McGrath offers a professional, competent, friendly, and resourceful work environment. A DFFP position in the Southwest Area offers opportunities to directly help Alaskans in need and offers a once-in-a-lifetime, highly rewarding experience in a Remote Alaskan setting.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

The duty station is McGrath, Alaska. McGrath is a remote community located on the upper reaches of the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska. "Dry" Housing on the compound is offered to selected candidates with communal bathroom, laundry, and dining facilities provided. McGrath is a very remote Alaskan community that can only be accessed by aircraft and boat, boasting a population of approximately 250 residents with very limited services.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

• Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Computer skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases and automated systems to accomplish work
• Problem solving: Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Twelve months of wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience, of which at least six months was at the developmental level. The required developmental experience is met by service as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer. And Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System (see required job qualifications special note). Substitution: Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational technical school in forestry, fire science, or a closely related field may substitute for the six months of general field experience. There is no substitution for the six months of developmental experience. There is no substitution for the National Incident Qualification System (Red Card) qualifications. Special Note: Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age. Most positions require National Incident Qualification System certifications. Because there are different specialty areas in this field, recruitment and selection will be made from among those candidates who meet the experience and the basic National Incident Qualification System training requirements specifically listed within the recruitment bulletin. The specialty areas are within one of the following functions: fire operations, wildland fire prevention, and aviation support. Applicant must be able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level as defined in Federal Publication PMS 307, Work Capacity Test Administrator' Guide. This test requires that the applicant complete a 3-mile hike carrying a 45-pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less. Applicant must possess an Alaska driver's license. An individual without an Alaska driver's license, who meets the minimum age and experience requirements, may apply for the vacancy. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon acquisition of an Alaska driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty. Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments; stand-by or recall status during the fire season; must be available for assignments in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days; flying in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, and handling hazardous materials. Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

Additional Required Information:

Please read the information below carefully.

At the time of the interview, please ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:

• Master Record and/or Current Incident Qualification Card (Red Card).

Special Notices:

• Frequent Travel for project and incident operations, both in-state and out-of-state, for up to 21 days at a time; must fly in helicopters and small fixed wing aircraft; extended outdoor fieldwork may be necessary to perform the duties of this position.
• Must currently have, or have had, an IQS Qualification Card (Red Card) with a minimum qualification of RAMP or RAMP(Trainee).

Classification Study Notice:

This position is currently under review as part of the Forest and Fire Management job class study. Therefore, both the title and the assigned pay range may be subject to change upon completion of the study.

Application Notice:

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Supplemental Questions:

For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant's ability to apply behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.

Education:

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education:

Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institution's transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institution's curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying.

Work Experience:

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Bargaining Unit:

If you are a current state employee, please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Firearms:

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a