Wildfire Mitigation Specialist I/II/III

Wildfire Mitigation Specialist /II/III

(Three Positions Available)

Level I: $5,883 - $7,151 per month

Level II: $7,185 - $8,733 per month

Level III: $8,528 - $10,366 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apply by Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5:00 pm

THE CITYis focused on enhancing our community members' quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael, with a population of approximately 60,000, is a full-service city with a City Council/City Manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and a fiscal year 2024-2025 annual budget of approximately $180 million. The City's vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael's Organizational culture framework is an initiative called "Together San Rafael." City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The San Rafael Fire Department is an all-risk fire agency that includesAdvanced Life Support (ALS) response, ambulance transport, technical rescue, hazardous material response, disaster response, fire prevention, and community preparedness. We constantly strive to provide the highest level and most capable emergency service delivery possible to our community; a service that is professional, compassionate, predictable, consistent, and sustainable.

We are looking for individuals whose values align with our departmental commitment to respect, integrity, compassion, equality, and fairness.

THE POSITION

As a Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, you will play a vital role in reducing wildfire risks and enhancing community safety. Working under the guidance of the Wildfire Program Manager and Deputy Director of Emergency Management, you will assist in implementing key plans like the San Rafael Wildfire Prevention and Protection Action Plan and the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. In this position, you'll help enforce safety codes, develop mitigation strategies, evaluate properties, and engage with the community to raise awareness about wildfire prevention. If you're passionate about protecting communities and the environment from wildfire threats, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking motivated and compassionate Wildfire Mitigation Specialists to join our San Rafael Fire Team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of wildfire behavior and risk mitigation strategies, combined with a strong ability to problem-solve and manage projects effectively. this role requires someone who is both technically proficient and emotionally intelligent. they should enjoy working outside in various conditions and also be comfortable and proficient in an office environment using various technology, including GIS, tablet applications, and Microsoft Suite. They are a clear communicator to help residents, businesses, and neighborhoods navigate change, address concerns, and foster collaboration in the face of wildfire risks.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent teamwork skills, working seamlessly with partners, community leaders, and stakeholders to develop and implement small-and large-scale comprehensive mitigation tactics. they will be adept at adjusting strategies based on evolving wildfire conditions, research, and laws and will take a proactive, solutions-focused approach to challenges.

CORE COMPETENCIES/HIGHLY DESIREABLE

• Certified NFPA Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (Levels II and III)
• Project, contract, data, and program management
• Clear, effective, and persuasive communicator
• Ability to speak, write, and understand technical-level Spanish.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Including but not limited to)

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. CLICK HERE for the full job description.

• Interpret and enforce provisions of City Ordinances, State codes and other regulations.
• Analyze structure and vegetation ignition potential using a science-based approach.
• Investigate and evaluate public and referred agency complaints and concerns to satisfactory resolutions.
• Develop and implement fuel modification plans and strategies on small (I & II) and large (II & III) parcels to reduce wildfire ignition and impact risks.
• Complete individual property evaluations, including effective resident communication, photographic documentation, and report writing.
• Prepare written staff reports and present evidence at hearings, Council meetings, and/or Courts of law related to current code enforcement proceedings.
• Maintain clear and detailed records, program statistics, photos, and documents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduationfrom an accredited high school or equivalent (GED)
• The ability to read, write, and speak Spanish is preferred

In addition to the above, any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities, and skill for the applicable level, found on the job spec.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or hold; reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear, taste, or smell. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is required to walk off trails, up and down steep grades and inclines in heavily vegetated areas of the natural environment in all types of weather conditions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employees will be issued personal protective equipment (PPE) and is responsible for using the proper PPE in the appropriate environment. Examples of PPE may include a hardhat, hearing protection while in noisy environments, eye protection, and safety shoes.

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Benefits

This position is a regular position of the City's SEIU Local 1021 employee group and is eligible to receive benefits including but not limited to:

• MEDICAL | City group health coverage, with the City paying a fixed dollar amount toward the cost of the monthly insurance premium: Employee only: $950.00 | Employee plus one: $1,900.00 | Family: $2,400.00
• DENTAL | Premium fully paid for employee plus eligible dependents.
• VISION | Premium fully paid for employee.
• VACATION LEAVE | 10 days annually, increases after 3 years of service
• SICK LEAVE | 12 days annually
• HOLIDAYS | 12 paid City holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year
• BEREAVEMENT LEAVE | Up to 5 days paid leave
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE (if eligible) | Up to 300 hours paid leave. SRMMEA employees also contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI)urs paid leave
• LIFE INSURANCE & AD&D | $20,000 Life policy and $20,000 AD&D policy
• LONG TERM DISABILITY | 66.67%
• END OF LIFE CARE LEAVE | Up to 80 ho
• of salary, up to $1,000 per month
• RETIREMENT | Enrollment in the Marin County Retirement System (MCERA) pension plan, a defined benefit retirement program
  • Tier 2 - hired on or after 7/1/2011: 2% @ 55, Average of 3 highest years
  • Tier 3 PEPRA - hired on or after 1/1/2013: 2% @ 62, Average of 3 highest years
• GYM MEMBERSHIP REIMBURSEMENT | Up to $198 per year
• BILINGUAL PAY (if eligible) | Up to $250 per month

Special Instructions

Apply by Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5:00 pm

• Wednesday,May 7, 2025: Panel Interviews to be held IN PERSON
• Tuesday, May 13, 2025: Finalist Interviews to be held IN PERSON

It is recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.

Recruitment Contact

Contact email:

rhonda.castellucci@cityofsanrafael.org



Closing Date/Time: 4/21/2025 at 5pm

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