Conservation Crew Supervisor

State of Nevada

* THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR), protects, manages, and enhances the State’s resources to provide the highest quality of life for Nevada’s citizens and visitors. The NDCNR with over 900 employees consists of the Director’s Office and the following divisions and programs: Environmental Protection, Forestry, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Heritage, State Historic Preservation Office, Off-Highway Vehicles, Sagebrush Ecosystem, and the Conservation Districts Program. The Department also provides support staff to the Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and has responsibility for numerous Boards, Commissions, and Councils. The Department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the State. The mission of the Nevada Division of Forestry is to protect and enhance Nevada's ecosystems and communities through natural resource stewardship and wildfire management. The Division of Forestry has a unique partnership with the Department of Corrections to train and provide labor skills in natural resources and wildland fire management to minimum security inmates to provide professional job skills for rehabilitation and to reduce recidivism.

The NDF is recruiting for a Conservation Crew Supervisor 1, Option A – Natural Resources underfilling a Conservation Crew Supervisor 3, Option A – Natural Resources located in Carson City. Incumbents will have the opportunity to progress to a upon the completion of agency and program required experience and qualifications. This position supervises and directs up to 12 inmate crew members on natural resource conservation projects. Conservation projects can include, but are not limited to, timber stand improvement, timber harvest, insect and disease abatement, vegetative fuels reduction, tree planting, reclamation of wildfire damaged lands, riparian enhancement, watershed and range improvement, wildlife habitat enhancement, park maintenance and application of herbicide and pesticide for noxious weed and insect control. Conservation Crew supervisors supervise and evaluate crew member skill levels; plan, assign and review work; brief crew regarding work requirements and processes, job hazards and safety standards; direct projects to ensure timely completion and production rates are met; identify problems and take corrective action; and ensure the custody and security of crew members. Crew supervisors also compile data and prepare records and reports related to project outcomes and accomplishments; equipment usage, maintenance and repair; and crew member evaluations, training and cohesion.

Conservation Crew Supervisors supervise crews of Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) inmates and/or Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) staff, maintain security, and provide training in equipment use and safety in completing projects in resource conservation and/or fire management.

Essential Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of general work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Supervise and direct crews assigned to emergency services in response to floods, fires, earthquakes, search and rescue, and other natural disasters and emergency situations; and serve off duty standby to ensure availability for emergency response.

Supervise and direct crews assigned to resource conservation projects such as timber stand improvement, timber harvest, insect and disease abatement, vegetative fuels reduction, vegetation planting, reclamation of damaged lands, riparian enhancement, watershed and range improvement, wildlife habitat enhancement, park maintenance, prescribed fire, fuel reduction, seed collection, and application of herbicide and pesticide for noxious weed and insect control.

Transport crews to job sites; maintain related records for projects and fire assignments; complete project and fire evaluations on staff; and communicate with dispatch using a two-way radio(mobile/handheld).

Supervise and evaluate crew skill levels; plan, assign and review work; brief crew regarding project requirements and work processes; direct projects to ensure timely completion; identify problems and take corrective action; and monitor crew behavior.

Train crews in the technical aspects of work projects, operation and maintenance of tools and equipment, and safety regulations and procedures; monitor and assess hazards and correct unsafe conditions; provide and maintain a “safety first” work environment; react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations and render medical assistance as needed.

Organize and oversee Helitack, helicopter, Helibase and other emergency aviation operations as assigned; select, train, and evaluate crew members; maintain current knowledge of agency policies, operational guidelines and interagency agreements related to helicopter operations.

Maintain assigned vehicles, tools and equipment; perform routine maintenance and repair; report vehicle or equipment failures.

Compile data and prepare records and reports related to crew evaluations, equipment usage, maintenance and repair, project expenditures and billing; assist with budgets; coordinate projects; write project narrative reports.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under immediate supervision, incumbents receive training in performing all or part of the duties outlined above and in specialized areas in either Natural Resource or Fire Suppression. This is the trainee level in the series and progression to the next level in the series may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the approval of the appointing authority.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to: use carpentry, plumbing, electrical and automotive tools to perform minor repair and construction work; use a compass and read maps; recognize unsafe work practices and take necessary precautions to reduce possible injury; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain routine records; lead and train staff and/or inmates in accomplishing objectives.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley – ***email_hidden***

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits Include

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Do you have any of the following?

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of general work experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
None of the above.

This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and for continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Can you meet this requirement?

This position operates inside facilities overseen by the Nevada Division of Forestry and by the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) where qualified minimum-security inmates are living and working nearby. As a condition of hiring and continuing employment, you will be required to submit an NDOC background check and to maintain a legal status sufficient to gain access to NDOC managed properties. Are you able to meet these requirements?

Incumbents must be able to regularly work outside in weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

All positions in this series are required to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays and must be available for emergency assignments up to 14 days in duration. Can you meet this requirement?

Incumbents within the Division of Forestry must obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsements within one year of appointment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

Incumbents must initiate and successfully complete the required NDF Resource task books within three years of appointment, and as a condition of continuing employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

All positions must obtain Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR & AED) American Heart Association certification and a qualification of First Aid or higher certification during the probationary period and must maintain certification as a condition of continuing employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

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