Fuels Crew Module Lead (SO)

Job Description:

Fuels Crew Module Lead (SO)

Description

The Fuels Module Leader (SO) is responsible for assisting the Fire Management Officer (FMO) in coordinating the activities of the Fuels Crew. The Fuels Crew Module Leader supervises the Fuels Crew in day-to-day tasks, risk mitigation project work, wildfire response operations and maintains safety first as the foundation for all aspects of wildland fire management activities. Directs and supervises the fuels crew in performing a variety of mitigation, wildfire suppression and fire management duties. The Fuels Crew Module Leader may personally engage in fighting forest, range, and other wildland fires and participating in prescribed fire operations.

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
07/22/25
Division:
Sheriff Support Services Division
Management Level:
Supervisor - 1st Line
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Starting Pay: $30.57 - $38.22

Top Out Pay After Years of Service: $45.86

Please Apply By: July 23, 2025

The Fuels Crew Module Lead is a supervisory position and a key member of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Wildland Fire Management Program team that will report directly to a Fire Management Officer. This position will be responsible for the daily operations of a fuels mitigation crew including risk mitigation project work scheduling and oversight, maintaining crew readiness for incident response, maintaining equipment and vehicles assigned for project work, providing crew direction and tactics when on assignment and general supervisory duties. Some project planning/scheduling and minor budget oversight is expected. The program will have two fuels crews and will operate an A and B shift to allow for 7-day coverage. This is an in-person (not remote) hourly based position that will

work a 4-10 schedule (either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday) but also expected to be available outside the normal work week for incident support. During major incidents, this position is eligible for overtime outside the normal work week as well as opportunities for single resource and/or crew assignments outside the county or state based on county fire risk. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated person who can work independently with little oversight or direction to achieve program goals but also someone that has strong supervisory skills and interacts well with a team and a variety of internal and external partners.

• Directs and supervises moderately complex fuels management projects and participates in more complex projects that may include gathering data for monitoring programs and implementing prescribed fire, and mechanical and biological treatments, inventorying fuel beds, and piling vegetation debris.

• Hiking on rigorous terrain to establish project perimeters, marking trees and locating access points. Using chainsaws, log chokers, chains, ropes and a variety of hand tools to conduct fuels management operations. Moving, maintaining and troubleshooting machinery including, but not limited to skid steer, woodchipper and various equipment attachments . Oversees sawyers, and other laborers during fuels projects, maintenance of equipment. Conducting Type 3 prescribed fire operations. May be required to operate light vehicles, 4X4's, UTV’s and heavy equipment. Provides education and interacts with community organizers and neighbors to explain the effects of fuels projects.

• Hiking on rigorous terrain to scout fires, safety zones, escape routes, hazards and establish fire line locations.Using chainsaws, hand tools for establishing control lines. Identifying resources needs to accomplish incident objectives.Driving, inspecting, maintaining and troubleshooting vehicles and heavy equipment.Inspecting, using and maintaining water pumps for use in suppression.Performing firing and burnout operations under supervision.Incident management at the Type 4 level. Provides tactical directions on attacking, controlling, or mopping up fires, building or patrolling fire lines, cleaning up burned areas within fire lines, and suppressing spot fires.

• Coordinates with the Fire Management Officers to establish benchmarks and performance objectives for the crew.Reviews Geospatial Data in preparation for on-site layout. Schedules work sites based on priorities, including time, weather issues, and site access. Leads the development and implementation of training programs including fire management classes, equipment use and maintenance classes, general safety classes and other agency required training.

• Creates daily briefings on fire conditions and current fire activity. Maintains records and provides updates on current projects. Reviews and presents after action reports to leadership, utilizes reports to create training programs and inform future operations. Plans and maintains a budget for crew operations and project work including credit card purchases, travel, training and other related items.

• Supervises staff in area of responsibility. Administers and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action. Conducts performance evaluations and communicates short- and long-term goals and objectives. Submits personnel records and reports as required by the county. Assists and advises subordinates as necessary, resolves problems as non-routine situations arise, and ensures adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards. Communicates changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implements them as directed.

• Other duties as assigned.

100% Drug Free Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity or any other status protected by Federal or State law.

The incumbent must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, etc. as necessary. Work may include all hazard and emergency response activities.

Required:

• National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG): CRWB, ICT5, FAL2.
• Ability to pass The Work Capacity Test (WCT-Pack Test) as a method for assessing an employee's fitness levels for fire qualifications. Arduous fitness (WCT-Pack Test) will consist of completing a three-mile hike, within 45 minutes, while carrying a 45-pound pack.

Required within one year of hire:

• FEMA coursework including ICS-100, IS-700
• JCSO’s Emergency Vehicle Operations Course, First Aid/CPR/AED/TCCC

Required within three years of hire: ICT4

Preferred:

• TFLD, ENGB, FAL1, ICT4, RXB3
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Heavy Equipment Operator experience

One year of supervisory/lead work experience

Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum three years

Certifications:

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Category:
Enforcement & Protective Services