Fire Base Supervisor

The Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare protection area fire plans.
• Assist in developing daily wildland fire suppression plans by assessing fire indices, ignition sources, and values at risk.
• Issue and monitor burn notifications and perform fire suppression activities within the Protection Area, remote areas, and out-of-province/country assignments.
• Provide advice and collaborate with local governments, municipalities, and industry on fire risk assessment, risk management, and fuel management plan development.
• Perform administrative functions including ordering and maintaining food, equipment, and commissary; scheduling crews; and making purchases to operate and maintain the protection base.
• Manage a diverse group of employees to achieve organizational goals and maintain effective operations.
• Exchange clear and accurate information with staff, stakeholders, and partners.
• Deliver and facilitate public presentations and training programs.
• Compose technical documents such as fire reports, fire plans, burn plans, and probationary reviews in a timely and concise manner.
• Operate and travel in small fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, boats, and ATVs.
• Procure supplies for the Protection Area as needed.
• Prioritize work demands and meet deadlines.