DPW Playa Restoration Special Forces Lead

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Public Works (DPW) Playa Restoration Special Forces Lead will assist with supervising and working with the Playa Restoration crew members, offering on the ground support in the field and executing proper playa restoration techniques. They will provide support in responding to environmental cleanup priorities in Black Rock City after the Burning Man event. They will coordinate with the Playa Restoration Special Forces Supervisor to plan and prioritize tasks. They will ensure that the Playa Restoration crew members are sufficiently trained in Leave No Trace (LNT) practices and are prepared to fulfill their daily schedule.

  This temporary, ineligible for benefits role is: 

• From September - October: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, based Black Rock City, Nevada. 

The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on July 17th.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Field Response and Representation (65 %)

• Meet daily with the Playa Restoration Special Forces Supervisor to review status updates, assess projected workloads, and address any needs or concerns.
• Respond to radio calls requesting assessment of restoration related incidents.
• GPS locate, monitor, and document environmental impact concerns and remediation; take action as necessary.
• Assist the Playa Restoration Special Forces Supervisor and Environmental Restoration Manager in coordinating removal of decomposed granite (DG) and scrap metal, the watering of playa surfaces, and follow up with MOOP sweep passes at burn sites.
• Demonstrate the BLM Site Inspection method for self-testing and target high impact areas for additional observation.

Staff Supervision (25%)

• Supervise and lead the Playa Restoration Crewmembers in day to day duties, providing operational oversight as necessary.
• Mentor staff to nurture their growth.
• Ensure communications are prompt and professional and that discretion is maintained as needed.

Asset Management (5 %)

• Assist the Playa Restoration Special Forces Supervisor with maintaining inventory of Restoration tools.

Other Functions and Responsibilities (5%)

• Assist the Playa Restoration Special Forces Supervisor and Environmental Restoration Manager with various other priorities as assigned
• Work with the Team to plan and execute LNT and Waste disposal plans for all relevant operations.
• Adjust workflow to support changing safety protocols as directed.
• Participate in Meetings when requested and maintain related correspondence.
• Be familiar with, understand and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies, protocols and behavioral standards.
• Monitor personal well-being by setting realistic goals and managing self-care while proactively addressing any concerns with management.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Documentation - Assists in the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to their assigned duties.
• Knowledge sharing – Helps acculturate and educate junior staff in Burning Man culture and business processes.
• Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
• Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Knowledge of Burning Man values, ethos, and