Wildland Fire Division Chief

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Wildland Fire Division Chief to work in the INL Fire Department Training Division. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Central Facilities Area with every Friday off.

Responsibilities Include:

Train and supervise fire department personnel as well as outside support personnel: i.e. INL heavy equipment operators, INL laborers, and mechanics.
Manage, input data, evaluate performance of, and provides feedback and training on areas assigned.
Support other program managers through strategic initiatives for all mission enabling objectives to move the department into the future in areas such as, but not limited to, inventory management software, Incident reporting, operational readiness tasks/preventive maintenance (ORT/PM) and drill field readiness.
Interpret, establish, and administer policies
Give direction, coordinate, and manage activities of others with respect to program areas of assignment.
Assist with organizational strategic planning by interpreting, advising, and making recommendations on any national, federal, state, or Laboratory standards or policies in the implementation of assigned programmatic and strategic initiatives.
Participate in the establishment of goals and objectives that affect the Emergency Services Division as well as the Fire Department expectations and policy.
Interact with other peer program leads/DC’s, outside representatives, other federal firefighting agencies, i.e.: (Bureau of Land Management, National Wildfire Coordinating Group and Forest Service), as well as subordinates to ensure timely and appropriate assignments and prioritization of all items related to program areas assigned.
Assist in maintaining all training records for the Department within areas assigned.
Be instrumental in assisting and managing the growth and development of the organization and its members within their area of assignment, and will be relied upon to proactively identify, implement, and manage process improvements and improve organizational efficiency.
Respond to emergency events, at the request of the Incident Commander, to function within the command staff and provide guidance as needed within their area of responsibility.
Periodically relieve/act for the Deputy Chief of Training during periods of absence.

Minimum Requirements:

Advanced Degree plus 3-6+ years of experience, OR Bachelor’s degree plus 5-8+ years of experience, OR Associate's Degree plus 9-12+ years of experience, OR 13-16+ years of relative experience in lieu of degree.
Be certified under the requirements of IFSAC Fire Officer I, NFPA 1021 OR NWCC Single resource Boss and have the ability meet the requirements of Fire Instructor I I NFPA 1041
Emergency Medical Technician, State of Idaho Statute 56, 1011 "Emergency Medical Services."
State of Idaho Class D Drivers License
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

Salary Grade: PR0300 - 200 ($83,412 - $137,592) / PR0400 - 210 ($95,928 - $158,232)
You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
Comprehensive Relocation Package
Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
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