DFPC Firefighter 4 - Air Tanker Manager (Supervisor) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4823057) Apply  DFPC Firefighter 4 - Air Tanker Manager (Supervisor) Salary $75,528.00 - $90,636.00 Annually Location Multiple Locations, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number DFPC-WFMS-FF4-02/2025 Department Department of Public Safety Division Division of Fire Prevention and Control Opening Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 2/20/2025 5:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Ryan McCombs, Human Resources Specialist, ryan.mccombs@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. Type of Announcement A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Primary Physical Work Address These position(s) will primarily work at one of the following: Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, Northern Colorado Regional Airport in Loveland, or Pueblo Memorial Airport In Pueblo but may be temporarily stationed at other air tanker bases around the state. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information A residency waiver has been granted for these positions. Applications will be accepted from both Colorado residents and non-residents. This position will primarily work at one of the following: Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, Northern Colorado Regional Airport in Loveland, or Pueblo Memorial Airport in Pueblo but may be temporarily stationed at other air tanker bases around the state. Please refer to DFPC Fire Management Regions and Staff Link for more information regarding district boundaries. Fire Management Regions and Staffs (https://dfpc.colorado.gov/fire-management-regions-and-staff) . Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities Our Vision -Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our CDPS 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mhirfXA6CeujGdFetbkPOC78t2GASFdw/view?usp=drive\_link) Why Do I Love My Job at CDPS At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans! Careers with a purpose: If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join! We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community! When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be. Unmatched Benefits: We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits. + Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. + State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP. + Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) . + Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado. + Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. + We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details. + CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) and annual wellness days. + The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. + Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. + Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) . Description of Job ABOUT THE WORK UNIT The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property, resources, environment, and quality of life in Colorado. DFPC’s vision is to be the Nation's premier state fire organization by acting with foresight, providing bold leadership, enhancing our partnerships, and exemplifying the highest level of professionalism in fire prevention and protection, while building a safe and supportive work environment for our employees. The Division achieves this mission and vision through its four (4) Sections: Center of Excellence, Fire and Life Safety, Professional Qualifications and Training, and Wildland Fire Management. Each of the four sections serve Colorado’s fire community in a different capacity- from training firefighters to technological advancements in public safety, responding to and managing wildfires to building code enforcement, DFPC is dedicated to serving and safeguarding the people of Colorado while protecting property, resources, environment and quality of life. One of the Wildland Fire Management Section’s (WFMS) primary roles is to assist and support local agencies with a range of wildland fire management programs including administrative, technical, preparedness, planning, response, and prescribed fire and fuels functions. Wildland fire management in Colorado is a cooperative, interagency partnership between local, county, state, tribal, and federal entities. Wildland fire protection responsibilities on non-federal lands in Colorado follow a hierarchy of: local jurisdiction > county sheriff > and finally to the State of Colorado (DFPC). WFMS plays a crucial role in coordinating with external partners and representing Colorado at both regional (multi-state) and national levels. This position is an operational, field level position with supervisory responsibilities whose primary purpose is to oversee air tanker operations in support of fire suppression, and other aviation management projects. ABOUT THE POSITION The Air Tanker Manager (Supervisor) is the supervisor of Air Tanker manager(s), the primary purpose of this position is to serve at minimum as a SEMG in support of fire suppression readiness and response. The position exists to administer the Large Air Tanker (LAT) and Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) operations & contract administration in the field, and manage the Air Tanker operations according to the established DFPC and Interagency guidelines. Wildland Fire Suppression - Air Tanker Operations While providing for their individual safety and the safety of assigned employees, the employee works as a supervisor during fire suppression and incident response in support of Air Tanker operations. This position manages as well as serves at minimum as a fully qualified SEAT Manager (SEMG) on incident or pre-positioning assignments. Duties will include, but not limited to: + Manages and provides oversight to air tanker operations in support of fire readiness, fire suppression response and other aviation management projects. + Provides aerial and ground support in the suppression response of wildland fires. + Selects, prepares, mixes, and tests aerial retardant and suppression products for loading on air tankers. Determine reordering levels and coordinates accordingly + Plans, coordinates, and directs air tanker crews in support of fire suppression including initial attack and extended attack fires; + Performs as liaison between contractor, airport, other state and federal land management agencies, and DFPC. + Completes and maintains reports and records for aircraft use, expense documentation, and cost allocation. + Ensures operations adhere to DFPC guidelines and regulations, as well as continued compliance with relevant national standards. + Ensures all the required elements identified for an air tanker base are current and available for all personnel to review, ensures subordinates are aware of changes or new requirements. + Conducts daily briefings, mission briefings, and debriefings with the pilots, other contract personnel, and government employees assigned to the operation including mission priorities, quality of retardant, drop effectiveness, or any other problems or concerns that may arise. Documents all information provided to the pilot. + Ensures equipment is in good working condition, prepares equipment for off season. Coordinates with equipment manufacturers and chemical providers for on-going maintenance needs. + Requires the ability to perform duties under stressful and adverse operating conditions, such as long hours, heavy workloads, emergency situations, adverse working and environmental conditions. + Incident response may require travel to activated Air Tanker Bases to support fires, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado and across the nation. + Incident response may require position to be assigned to an air tanker base for two weeks or longer. + Incident response may require working long hours (up to 16 hours per day) in outdoor settings and performing strenuous manual labor under extreme environmental conditions. + Work schedules will be expected to be flexible and modified at times to fit the business need, contract availability requirements and will vary based on fire conditions. Supervision The Air Tanker Manager Supervisor supervises assigned personnel and day-to-day operations. This includes, but is not limited to: + Provides direction, oversight, support and training to assigned employees; evaluates employee schedules and work load, makes adjustments as conditions warrant; + Based on general guidance from the DFPC Director, by and through the WFMS Chief, develops professional development plans for assigned employees while implementing the goals and mission from the Branch leadership to support all WFMS programs and incident response; + Based on general guidance from the DFPC Director, by and through the WFMS Chief, develops work plans and schedules for subordinate staff including, but not limited to, training programs for staff and customers, community outreach and education, statistical reporting, and overall preparation for emergency response; + Schedules, coordinates tasks and logistical needs, evaluates, and provides safety guidance and oversight to assigned employees; + Conducts performance evaluations of all assigned employees, makes recommendations on remediation or advancement; + Based on technical guidance of the Appointing Authority or delegate, participates in the recruitment process , coordinates interviews, and makes recommendations to hire, promote or transfer; + Manages informal grievances of assigned employees; + Collects and provides documentation to the appointing authority to support progressive disciplinary actions when needed; + Oversees and reviews work products and employee health, and adjusts deadlines and plans of work accordingly, communicates concerns with supervisor as needed; + Compiles all required incident documentation including but not limited to tracking Crew Time Reports, Equipment Shift Tickets, resource orders and more. + Approves time in state timekeeping systems, verifies employees are following best practices related to time entry, incident documentation, receipts, travel documents etc; signs and approves all overtime, travel and purchase forms. Aircraft Preparedness & Contract Administration Position is responsible for the overall preparedness of aircraft operations and adherence to contract specifications, safety requirements, and fiscal accountability. This includes, but is not limited to: + Obtains and reviews any agreements that are in place for a facility prior to operations, and provides all members of the operation with a complete briefing on the contents of the agreement. Ensures subordinates and relief managers are made aware of changes. + Determines the type of contract aircraft is under, (ie Exclusive Use (EU) or Call When needed (CWN)); ensures compliance of personnel with contractual specifications. + Conducts a pre-use walk around inspection and completes inspection forms of the aircraft and ground support equipment, and reviews both the pilot qualification card and the aircraft data card to ensure the adherence to the specifications outlined in the contract. + Completes administrative tasks, reviews payment documents and operational forms as required and ensures that the contractor completes records and reports as required. + Coordinates with local airport authorities regarding any special takeoff, ramp, or landing requirements. + Maintain time and use records on equipment, fire retardant, and personnel assigned to the air tanker base utilizing the proper forms and databases. + Ensures the cleanliness and safety of the ramp area. + Performs as liaison between contractor, airport, other state and federal land management agencies, and DFPC. Operations Safety Management & Other Duties as Assigned Position implements a safe and efficient air tanker base management program. + Responsible for crew’s and other users’ welfare and safety in all aspects of the job, communicating issues up and down the chain of command. + Manages the environmental and workplace hazards of the wildland fire environment. + Maintains awareness of changes in aviation policy, regulations, and procedures, ensures assigned employees understand changes. + Coordinates with base manager DFPC Director, WFMS Section Chief, and WFMS Aviation Chief for aviation operational and policy oversight. + Conducts safety-related education programs focusing on training and certification. + Leads and participates in safety sessions and critiques; presents safety topics to crew. + Prepares hazard and risk analyses for wildland fire environment hazards and associated aviation hazards. + Contributes to the implementation of a base/incident operational safety plan. + Coordinates efforts to ensure that all fuel and retardant spills are properly cleaned according to the established base procedures or environmental and/or hazardous materials procedures. + Communicates effectively with multichannel radios, prepares and programs radios for assignments and repair and/or replacement. + On-going training and professional development in the State of Colorado; CDPS, DFPC & WFMS standard operating policies, procedures & guidelines. This includes time-keeping systems, time & leave policies, incident documentation requirements, travel & purchasing policies and more. + May assist or lead the logistics and instruction of various courses, training and events, such as wildfire suppression classes, incident management, structural firefighting, medical and first aid, job fairs and community outreach. + Assists other DFPC programs (reports, data entry, filing, training and testing, inspections, research, fire billing, logistics etc.) as needed and available to support the mission of CDPS and DFPC. + May be assigned in other fire programs, preparedness and incident roles to support the mission of DFPC. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This must be specifically documented in your application submission. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. + Qualification to NWCG standards as a Single Engine Airtanker Manager (SEMG) + Please upload a copy of your IQS or IQCS Master record or incident qualification card showing your NWCG qualification as a Single Engine Airtanker Manager (SEMG) with this application + Five (5) years of documented professional firefighting experience Exceptional candidates may possess the following preferred qualifications and experience + Six (6) or more years of professional firefighting experience and/or additional fire service experience + Previous experience with state level fire programs, with a preference for experience with the state of CO fire and aviation programs. + Exceptional candidates will also have one or more of the following NWCG qualifications (current or previously qualified): + Air Tanker Base Manager (ATBM) + Fixed Wing Base Manager (FWBM) + Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS) + Additional NWCG Single Resource Boss Qualifications + Additional aviation qualifications + State of Colorado/DFPC: Structural Firefighter I, Structural Firefighter II or equivalent. + Medical certifications and qualifications including: Wilderness First Responder, Emergency First Responder, or Emergency Medical Technician. + Previous supervisory, team lead or fireline lead experience + Previous experience with contract administration, with a preference for aviation contract administration. + Demonstrated commitment to public service and community involvement. Complete Applications Must Include the Following: + A complete CDPS Application for announced vacancy (please submit online using the link in this announcement). + A complete supplemental questionnaire (must submit online as a part of the application). + A copy of your NWCG qualifications (IQS or IQCS master record and/or incident qualification card). + Detailed, chronological resume of experience. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT + Upon initial employment, individuals will be required to provide a complete training file to DFPC that contains all necessary qualification documentation (course certificates, position task books, personnel evaluations, and incident experience history) to demonstrate that NWCG and other requirements have been met. + Position may be required to attain additional training and/or certifications within a specified period of time, per current DFPC qualifications and professional development Stand Operating Guidelines and Policies. + Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 6 months of hire. Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel extensively throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions. + Must be 18 years of age at time of hire + This position is a public safety officer as defined by 42 U.S.C. § 3796b Sec. 1204 (9). + Must be willing to travel to wildfire incidents, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado, and across the nation at times. Assignments may last for two weeks or longer. + Firefighters need to be familiar with and frequently use flammable liquids and solids in the performance of various prescribed fire and tactical firing tasks. This includes the preparation, implementation and storage of drip torch fuel, Aluma Gel, Phosphorus, and gunpowder. + Applicants must be willing to be fingerprinted, successfully pass a polygraph, drug screen, and a medical physical exam as a condition of hire. + Pre-employment physical exam and maintenance of a physical fitness rating will be commensurate with employee's current wildland fire qualifications and agency needs. APPEAL RIGHTS If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental Information ARE YOU IN NEED OF AN ACCOMMODATION? If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources atcdps_hr@state.co.us. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department atcdps_hr@state.co.us. NOTIFICATIONS All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION + Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. + All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Briefly describe why you are interested in joining the Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) as an Air Tanker Manager (Supervisor). 02 Do you meet the Minimum Qualification required for this position of NWCG Single Engine Airtanker Manger (SEMG)? (Please note, your application will not be referred if you select no or are not able to provide documentation to support you meet this requirement) + Yes + No 03 Please list your NWCG qualifications and relevant work experience you have as they relate to the “Preferred Qualifications” of the position detailed in the job announcement. 04 Did you upload your IQS or IQCS Master record or incident qualification card showing your NWCG qualifications with this application? Failure to provide these documents will result in automatic removal from consideration for this position. + Yes + No 05 Please describe your experience as a work lead or supervisor. 06 DFPC currently has multiple exclusive use (EU) contracts for Single Engine Air Tankers (SEAT) for 240 days and Large Air Tanker (LAT) aircraft for 120 days, with staggered mandatory availability periods to allow maximum response coverage throughout the year. This requires staffing 7 days a week, and means a normal work schedule could include weekend days, holidays, extended shifts, and travel to locations statewide with short notice, for up to 14 days at a time. Are you aware of this requirement? + Yes + No 07 Are you aware that this position is permanent, full-time year round employment? + Yes + No 08 I understand that this position requires successful completion of a background investigation, polygraph and medical certicification including drug screening as a condition of employment? + Yes + No 09 I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security. + Yes + No 10 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A". Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email