State of Oregon · 19 hours ago
Fire Risk Reduction Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) - 2 positions
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$6,275/mo - $9,644/mo
4+ years expThe State of Oregon's Department of the State Fire Marshal is seeking two Fire Risk Reduction Specialists to prepare communities for wildfire through risk identification and resource investment. The role focuses on enhancing structural resiliency, improving defensible space, and ensuring adequate access during wildfire events.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare communities for wildfire by identifying, defining, and prioritizing the risk to Oregon communities
Utilize an integrated and strategic investment of resources to reduce fire occurrence and impact
Improve structural resiliency to wildfire
Enhance defensible space for homes and surrounding structures
Ensure adequate access and egress in the event of wildfire events
Overall improvement of structural fire prevention efforts through community risk reduction efforts
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Requires a valid drivers' license with an acceptable driving record
The expectation for this position is that employee will be able to maintain a 45-minute or less response time to the border of their district
Successful candidates must possess or be able to obtain the following certifications: Complete FEMA – Emergency Management Institute Independent Study Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800 within six (6) months of hire
Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro to Community Risk Reduction within six (6) months of hire
Complete National Fire Academy online course: Intro into Community Risk Assessment within six (6) months of hire
Complete National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130 Firefighter Training (Wildland) and S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior within one (1) year of hire
The Ember Alliance 'Leading the Modern CWPP Process' course or equivalent within one (1) year of hire
Fire Instructor - I; M-410 or equivalent within one (1) year of hire
Coalitions and Collaboratives Community Wildfire Mitigation Best Practices long course within one (1) year of hire
Complete NIMS and/or NWCG training for Liaison Officer (LOFR) position within two (2) years of hire
NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior within two (2) years of hire
ICS-300 Intermediate Incident Command System and ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command System within two (2) years of hire
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS) credential through the Nation Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or who are qualified to serve on a Community Mitigation Assistance Team (CMAT)
Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Skills
Collaborative Mindset
Adaptability and Flexibility
Team-Oriented Approach
Strategic Problem-Solving Skills
Commitment to Service and Professionalism
Benefits
Work/life balance; paid vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, 24 hours of personal business leave, and a floating day off each year.
Medical, vision, dental (with most only 1%-5% employee share), and life insurance as well as additional optional benefits.
Retirement programs through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan.
Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Abundant advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government that carry your seniority and benefits with you.
Opportunities to expand your technical and professional skills.
Meaningful work with others who are passionate about public service.
Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians.
Company
State of Oregon
State of Oregon is a government organization that focuses on employment, businesses, education, recreation, and public safety.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
William Wise
Chief Executive Officer
Kate Nass
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-05-04
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