Forest Fire Prevention Specialist Job Description Template

Job title

Forest Fire Prevention Specialist

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable forest fire prevention specialist to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will patrol forests, campgrounds and roads for fire hazards, enforce fire regulations and burn restrictions and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Patrol forests, campgrounds and roads for fire hazards
• Enforce fire regulations and burn restrictions
• Inspect properties for defensible space
• Issue burn permits and check debris burns
• Educate the public and schools about fire prevention
• Detect and report fires from lookouts and patrols
• Assist wildland fire suppression crews
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of wildland fire behavior basics and fire regulation enforcement
• Communication and independence
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• NWCG Basic Wildland Firefighter (S-130/S-190)
• Annual fireline safety refresher (RT-130)
• Fire prevention technician qualification
• Experience with radios and GPS

Skills

• Defensible space inspection
• Radio communication
• Map and GPS navigation
• Public education
• Judgment
• Calm under pressure

Work environment and schedule

Specialists work outdoors in forests, grasslands and rural communities, often driving long distances on dirt roads. During fire season, work can be hot, smoky and physically demanding. Many positions are seasonal, with long hours during fire season. Permanent positions include year-round prevention and planning.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.