District Ranger - Law Enforcement
State of North CarolinaJob Details
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Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Forestry Technician III (S) Position Number 60031801 Grade NC09
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Us The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.
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of Work *** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants DO NOT have to reapply to be considered. *** The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental
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to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina The District Ranger oversees and performs forest fire control, law enforcement, all risk training, and administrative duties throughout the district.
Position assists county personnel with fire suppression duties, conducts origin and cause investigations, issues citations and warning tickets, court preparation and addresses security matters on agency property. Position has approval authority for and ensures the quality and accuracy of all fire reports.
Position advises District Forester of inconsistencies in fire control, law enforcement, or other matters as assigned within the district. Position functions as liaison with fire suppression cooperators. Position serves as District coordinator for western fire detail and district operations officers. Position serves as lead operations officer and Operations Section Chief or other position on district fire team and State IMT as needed.
Position is designated as the district training officer and is responsible for training coordination and record keeping and maintenance and upkeep of IQS records. Position implements ICS at the district and state level. Position serves as District Safety Coordinator and may serve on Regional and State Safety Committee.
Position is responsible for acquisition and disposal of state property; conducts property inventory and maintains property record; handles insurance claims and investigates tort claims at request of District Forester. Position has burning plan approval authority. Position serves as district lead responsibility for the RAWS and the NFDRS.
Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required. Residency
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will be discussed at time of interview. Duty Station Location 133 Glenn Cabe Road, Sylva, NC 28779 All applicants applying for this position will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and an extensive background check due to State Forest Law Enforcement Officer
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This position requires the successful completion of Ranger Training to maintain employment. Knowledge
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and Abilities/Management Preferences $39,671-$69,426 Skilled in wildland fire suppression strategy and tactics.
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in wildland firefighter instructing. Ability to develop good working relationships, be self-motivated and service oriented. Must have good leadership
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Necessary Special Qualification: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required within 90 days of hire. Necessary Special
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Candidate must have or be able to obtain a sworn law enforcement officer appointment in compliance with Chapter 17C of the General Statutes of the state of North Carolina and specifically with the appropriate Rules of Chapter 9 Title 12 of the North Carolina Administrative Code, as promulgated by the Criminal Justice
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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related
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Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing.
All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.
- Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.
- Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.
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Equivalency Guide for details. Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriate accredited institution and five years of related
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in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and
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Necessary Special Qualification: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required within 90 days of hire. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment
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Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
- Recruiter: Toni Lynn Tooley Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.
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