Forest Officer​/SEAT Manager - Baker

Position: Forest Officer/SEAT Manager - Baker City
** Forest Officer/SEAT Manager**:
The purpose of this position is to assist in the coordination, administration, and dispatch of single engine air tankers located at the ODF SEAT Base in Baker City, Oregon. This position serves as liaison to the agency with federal, state, and aviation vendors. As Oregon’s largest fire department, ODF's Fire Protection Program protects 16 million acres of forest. These lands consist of privately owned forests as well as some public lands, including state-owned forests and, by contract, US Bureau of Land Management forests in western Oregon.

ODF's firefighting policy is straightforward:
Put out fires quickly at the smallest possible size. Most of the land protected by the agency is working forests that produce revenue and support jobs. It is crucial to prevent fire damage to the timber resource that is an essential element of Oregon’s economy. This aggressive approach to firefighting safeguards ecosystem values such as fish and wildlife habitats. We invite you to join us in this effort.  

If you are interested, please submit your application.
** Must hold a current SEAT Manger Qualification in accordance of qualifications set fourth by the Oregon Department of Forestry and the PMS 310-1.*
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** Successful applicants must take and pass the physical fitness  at the arduous level if selected for employment.
* Oversees the planning, scheduling and monitoring of ODF Single Engine Airtanker (SEAT) flights in coordination with the local dispatch center.
* Determines flight information such as location, heading, radio contacts, frequencies, and possible hazards.
* Maintains time and use records on aircraft and retardant/suppressant gel products.
* Provides aircraft use and cost information to the appropriate unit, Incident Command Teams, Interagency Dispatch, Salem Protection Staff, and Cooperating agencies.
* Understands and administers aircraft contracts in order to assist the State Aviation Unit Manager, or to serve as the State Aviation Unit Manager’s representative.
* Must verify and ensure given information is correct and accurate in a timely manner in order to dispatch the air tanker(s) to the fire location and ensure safe aviation operations.
* ** Forestry aviation knowledge**:
Understanding Forest management practices and related regulations.
* ** Fire management**:
Fire Management, suppression, and safety, which includes fire knowledge and handling.
* ** Communicating:
** Clear and effective communication skills.
* ** Organizing:
** Prioritizing tasks and maintaining clear and accurate documentation.
* ** Safety:
** Identifying and mitigating risks and fostering a strong safety culture.
* This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
* For questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager:
Neal.d.lauglegon.gov
* Oregon Department of Forestry does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
* Veterans - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. After you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time. For further information, please see the following website: .
* If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact:  Kathie.a.brostromgon.gov
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