Forestry Technician TEMP

Overview

One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety

Are you passionate about protecting our natural resources and communities from the threat of wildfires?

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office is seeking dedicated wildland firefighters to join our Initial Attack Module as seasonal/ temporary members of the module. This seasonal, temporary position will run from April 17 - October 29th, 2025, providing you with the opportunity to work under the direct supervision of the LCSO Emergency Services Unit.
As an IA Module Crewmember, you will play a crucial role in wildland fire suppression, management, and control, as a firefighter on an engine or hand crew. You will participate in chainsaw cutting projects, as well as assisting with fire assignments outside of Larimer County. Additionally, you may be involved in fire prevention, patrol, detection, or prescribed burning activities.

While an S-212 certification is preferred, it is not required. If you are ready to make a difference and work in a dynamic and challenging environment, apply today to be part of the team!

Responsibilities

This selection process is for the 2025 fire season.

Specifically, this position:

• Uses, operates, and maintains basic wildfire equipment and vehicles plus a variety of hand tools, portable pumps, chain saws, and firing equipment for constructing fire line and suppressing the wildfire.
• May act as a fire line supervisor depending on National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG) qualifications and experience.
• Ensures personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn always and safety procedures are followed during all operations.
• Maintains inventory and required equipment on assigned apparatus.
• Takes direction from assigned fire line supervisors and communicates fire status, safety, and equipment information as necessary or assigned.
• Meet/exceed physical fitness standards as set by NWCG for wildland firefighter and the Emergency Services IA Modules Standard Operation Procedures (SOP's)

Nonessential Functions

• When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

To view the full job description, visit: https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions?check_logged_in=1#/app/detail/Forestry_Technician_TEMP

Qualifications

To be eligible, all applications must meet the following minimum qualifications at the time of application:

Must have successfully completed at a minimum:

• NWCG or FEMA Introduction to ICS (I-100)
• NWCG Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
• NWCG Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
• NWCG Firefighter Training (S-130) with proof of required instructor led field exercise
• National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) (IS-700)
• OR be currently enrolled in a training program.
  • Proof of enrollment must be included in the application.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid and community CPR certifications
• Must successfully complete the NWCG Work Capacity Test
• Must live within 50 miles of 1303 N. Shields, Ft. Collins, CO 80524
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must hold a valid, current driver's license.

Applicants must live within 50 miles of LCSO Emergency Services during time of employment. Please note, housing is not provided by LCSO.

(The Red Card is an agency-issued document that certifies that an individual has the training, experience, and physical fitness to perform the tasks of a specified position on a wildland or prescribed fire.)

Supplemental Information

Benefits:
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available. To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

Schedule :

• Seasonal, temporary position - 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday with ability to work other hours as needed. Weekend days and holidays may be required.
  
• Length of time in position could be slightly extended at the discretion of LCSO Emergency Services.

Application Process:

• Complete online application and submit required certifications
• If you are not currently employed in our on-call program, please apply to this position online and email Sam Krakauer at krakausa@co.larimer.co.us with copies of the required certifications, as well as your S-212 certification if you have it.
• Prescreening
• NCIC/CCIC Background Check
• Conditional offer upon successful completion of previous steps
  • Complete Health Screening Questionnaire (HSQ)
  • Waiver of Liability for the Work Capacity Test

Review of HSQ (if there are areas of concern, a medical exam may be required prior to the next step) Work Capacity Test - Walking 3-miles in 45 minutes, carrying 45 lbs. if not yet completed. New Firefighter Orientation - immediately following RT-130 from 1600-1800. LCSO Fitness Challenge - Successful completion of the LCSO Fitness Challenge will be required for anyone that will be available to fight fire outside of Larimer County. The Fitness Challenge consists of a 1.5 mile run for time, maximum reps of push-ups and pull ups, and a plank for time.
Other Information to Note:

The Sheriff’s Office prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal law.

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  
• Cannot have a felony conviction
  
• No convictions involving domestic violence
  
• No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
  

Recruitment Contact:
Questions on the details of this position - email Sam Krakauer krakausa@co.larimer.co.us
Questions on the hiring process - email Rachel Nye nyerm@co.larimer.co.us
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Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 11/26/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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