SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER 3 - ELKO/ELY/CARLIN

Seasonal Firefighter 3

This recruitment is for the Seasonal Firefighter 3 in the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) Fire Program in Elko, Ely and Carlin Nevada. This recruitment is open to fire and fuels crews, and engine program. The incumbent is responsible for supporting safe and effective wildfire response, facilitating fire adapted community improvements and maintaining healthy and resilient forest, rangeland and watershed ecosystems. When not assigned to a wildland fire, a Seasonal Firefighter's duties will be working as a crew member to implement hazardous fuel reduction and ecosystem restoration projects. This will involve thinning excess vegetation, piling thinned material, using prescribed burning, applying herbicides, seeding and planting, and other methods that reduce the risk of wildfires, restore health ecosystems and protect communities in the wildland urban interface. This agency does not fight structure fires. Seasonal Firefighters assist in wildland and structural fire suppression, fire prevention and education, medical and hazardous materials emergencies, pre-suppression, hazardous fuels management, wildland fire aviation, equipment and facility maintenance, and forestry and fire law enforcement activities.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education, completion of certifications as required by the agency, and one year of firefighting experience; OR one year of experience as a Seasonal Firefighter II in Nevada State service.

Assist in wildland and structural fire suppression operations; lay hose and direct hose streams; construct and patrol fire control lines; protect property and natural resources. Assist in structural and vehicle fire suppression operations; raise and climb ladders; use fire extinguishers; ventilate structures; perform overhaul and salvage work. Participate in pre-suppression activities; conduct inspections of division and volunteer fire department equipment; perform daily clean-up and maintenance of equipment, buildings, and vehicles; check inventory and supplies in order to maintain equipment and prepare for fire suppression response. Participate in hazardous fuels management projects; operate woodchippers, chainsaws and other forestry tools and equipment to mitigate fire hazard and improve forest health. Participate in wildland fire aviation; manifest cargo and passengers; load and unload helicopters; coordinate helicopter bucket drops and sling loads. Instruct students, campground users, and public groups in fire prevention; post, paint, install and maintain danger and prevention signs; conduct home defensible space inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective measures; patrol areas to identify and reduce potential hazards in order to reduce the incidence of wildland fires. Assist in forestry and fire law enforcement; observe people or vehicles and their activities in order to detect and report violations; preserve evidence and protect and control fire scenes. Assist with medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents; provide first aid and cardiovascular pulmonary resuscitation (CPR); operate rescue and extrication tools; assist with other all-risk emergencies to protect life and property. Perform related duties as assigned. Under supervision, Seasonal Firefighter III's have completed all necessary certifications required by the agency, serve as Engine Boss or Lead Helitak Crewmember, and perform the full range of duties outlined above.

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Working knowledge of: fire suppression tactics applicable to structural, wildland, vehicle and hazardous materials fires; characteristics and application of chemical fire retardants; facility and equipment maintenance; two-way radio operations and frequencies; use and limitations of personal safety equipment; first aid and CPR. Ability to: provide emergency medical treatment to injured persons; function under the Incident Command System (ICS) plan, organize and prioritize daily activities; read and follow written procedures and operations guidelines; communicate effectively orally about fire prevention programs to groups of adults and children; use wildland and structural fire tools; use rescue and extrication tools.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to 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.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication (Download PDF reader).
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) (Download PDF reader).

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25...................................... Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255