CONSERVATION STAFF SPECIALIST 2 - (Safety and Training) - Washoe Valley

APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $67,296.24 to $100,098.72 PAY GRADE: 36

The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. Generally, salaries start at the lowest level of a step 1 and increase with each year of service to the highest level of a step 10.

For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.

In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

JOB INFORMATION

Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.

Department: Conservation and Natural Resources (http://dcnr.nv.gov/)

Division: Division of Forestry

Location: Carson, Minden, Gardnerville, Genoa

Job Class Code: 01.810

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Announcement Number: 50249

Open to all qualified persons.

Posted 01/23/2025

Close Date: 01/30/2025

Recruiter:

DANIEL LABARBERA

Email: d.labarbera@admin.nv.gov

Applications accepted for another 4 Days 23 Hrs 31 Mins

The Position

Conservation Staff Specialists assist in developing, formulating, and coordinating programs, policies and procedures related to areas such as resource management, safety and training, fire management and policy management pertinent to the assigned area of natural resource management, preservation, conservation and protection.

This position is located in Washoe Valley. The Safety & Training Conservation Staff Specialist coordinates and oversees the services common to safety, training, budget allocation and prioritization, and policy interpretation. The Safety and Training Conservation Staff Specialist reports to and is supervised by the Safety and Training Program Manager. Responsibilities include implementing, tracking, reviewing, and interpreting training requirements common to the Division's Fire, Conservation Camp, Aviation, Natural Resource, Fiscal, and Support Services Programs. This position prepares budgets, tracks expenditures, and establishes future safety and training needs to meet the Division's mission. The position establishes and interprets training policies and procedures at national, state and Division levels. Incumbent utilizes and manages the Incident Qualification System (IQS) to track and coordinate Division and local cooperators personnel fire training, training records, qualifications, and dispatch status. The position also tracks qualifications and certifications related to equipment operation and natural resource management. This position coordinates with other staff in providing recommendations to manage and support safety and training. The position is also responsible for representing the agency at regional interagency training meetings and public education events. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:

Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, environmental studies, environmental science, fire management, forestry, geology, natural resource management, parks management, or related field and three years of professional experience in a relevant resource management field that included assisting in developing, formulating, and coordinating programs, policies and procedures; coordinating special grant programs and/or contracts; and coordinating training programs; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and five years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Conservation Staff Specialist I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Special Notes

Incumbents may be required to obtain and maintain certification as an Agency Certified Contract Monitor.

Special Requirements

Applicants may be required to undergo a background investigation prior to being considered for employment. A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

INFORMATIONAL LINKS

For more information about state employment, visit the following:

Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov

Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org

Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/

More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB

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Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to:

Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 Division of Human Resource Management Southern Nevada 7251 Amigo St, Suite 120 Las Vegas, NV 89119TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868

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.

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