UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

http://www.utahcounty.gov

“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

                How can I make my community a better place?

                Who will need my help and protection?

                How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Utah County Sheriff’s Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace.  The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversees the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for Sheriff’s sale. 

Posting Date:     8/5/2024                                                              Closing Date: Open until filled

Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview.  The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled

POSITION:  Captain- Wildland Fire

POSTING #: 4407-0824kk

REQUISITION:  R0001297

The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the County Fire Chief, coordinates and directs field operations for Utah County Fire and is responsible for personnel involved in wildland fire suppression and related activities. This position serves as an assistant to the Battalion Chief.

This position has direct supervisory responsibility and serves as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Starting Pay: 722 Grade A $26.09 to Step G $29.99

Schedule:

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge of fire ground and emergency operations
• Knowledge of wildland fire operations and Urban Interface
• Knowledge of Incident Command System
• Knowledge of Wildland fire management, planning, and practices including prescribed fire, fuel management, fire histories, and fire hazard analysis
• Knowledge of local fire contracts and agreements
• Skilled in supervisory techniques
• Skilled in written and verbal communication
• Ability to effectively and efficiently evaluate emergency situations, determine the appropriate response, and implement the appropriate incident action plan
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of fire-fighting and emergency equipment
• Ability to lead others
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in chaotic and confusing situations

Click here for a full job description https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Captain_Wildland_Fire_4407_8fd29e4abd.pdf

Benefits Package Includes:

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER