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Forestry Crew Supervisor

State of Arizona
Irelandfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Aug 2025
💰 $52,885/yr

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<h1><span>DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT</span></h1> <h2><span><em><span>In partnership with local, county, state, and federal agencies, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) protects Arizona’s people by: providing coordination and resource response for the suppression and management of wildland fire; delivering education to aid in wildland fire prevention; providing integrated management strategies, technical assistance and information through various Department programs; collaborating in forest restoration projects; and ensuring fire and life safety through permitting, plan reviews and building inspections.</span></em></span></h2> <h3 dir="ltr"><span><strong>Forestry Crew Supervisor</strong></span></h3> <span>Job Location:</span> <h4><span><span>Address:  <br/><br/>6946 Air Terminal<br/>Douglas, AZ 85607</span></span></h4> <span>Posting Details:</span> <h4><span><span>Salary: $17.6821 - $26.4424 hourly <br/></span></span></h4> <h4><span><span>Grade: 19<br/></span></span></h4> <h4><span><span>Closing Date:  Open Until Filled</span></span></h4> <span>Job Summary:</span> <p><span>The Crew Supervisor (CS) will provide oversight and management for up to two Squad Leaders and 20 inmate Squad Members performing forestry, hazardous fuels reduction, and other related work. The CS will ensure effective communication among DFFM; Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry (ADCRR) staff; and external partners. </span></p> <p><br/><em><span>This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.</span></em></p> <p><em><span>The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, shall be performed within Arizona.</span></em></p> <span>Job Duties:</span> <p><span>Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:<br/><br/>• Maintain a safe and equitable working environment, motivate staff, and contribute to the personal growth and professional development of squad leaders. <br/><br/>• Perform site visits to ADCRR facilities to oversee training of squad members. Maintain squad member personnel files<br/><br/>• Coordinate logistics, training, safety, and security. Develop and implement work and safety protocols, manage emergency preparedness and response, conduct safety audits. <br/><br/>• Supervise chainsaw operations that include felling trees and thinning brush. Supervise and train staff in the safe application of herbicide. <br/><br/>• Supervise forestry related work which may include carrying and using a 20 pound saw and other heavy hand tools; may carry a 40 pound backpack filled with gear and supplies; hiking in rough and steep terrain, and in inclement weather for an extended period of time; camping outdoors with few amenities. <br/><br/>• Ensure effective communication and implementation of the Incident Command System.<br/><br/>• Supervise the use, storage, and transport of heavy equipment and hazardous chemicals. Manage budgets and procure equipment and supplies.<br/><br/>• Collect and compile information to report on timekeeping, expenses, project outcomes, and incidents. <br/><br/>• Drive on State business.<br/><br/>• Other duties as assigned.<br/></span></p> <span>Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities (KSAs):</span> <p><span>Knowledge of:<br/><br/>• Timber harvest and brush removal. <br/>• Wildfire hazard reduction and risk prevention. <br/>• Safety protocols in forestry, transportation, and machine use. <br/>• Incident Command System. <br/>• Laws, regulations, and protocols related to forestry work. <br/>• Safety and best practice protocols related to forestry work. <br/>• Inventory and procurement.<br/><br/>Skills in:<br/><br/>• Heavy equipment transportation and operation. <br/>• Herbicide storage and application. <br/>• Organization and prioritization. <br/>• Data and expense (receipt) management. <br/>• Emotional intelligence.<br/><br/>Ability to:<br/><br/>• Lead and manage personnel. <br/>• Motivate and contribute to the professional and personal development of subordinate staff. <br/>• Complete physically challenging tasks. <br/>• Hike in rough and steep terrain and inclement weather for an extended period of time. <br/>• Become first aid and CPR certified. <br/>• Be fair and equitable. <br/>• Drive on State business. <br/>• Work 10 - 12 hour shifts and weekends.<br/>• Drive on State Business</span></p> <span>Selective Preference(s):</span> <p><span><span>Experience managing work crews.</span></span></p> <span>Pre-Employment Requirements:</span> <p><span><span>Employment

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