Forest Ranger I - Area 46, Gulfport

Forest Fire Suppression Crew Member

This position is with the Mississippi Forestry Commission in Area 46 with duties and responsibilities in George, Harrison, Jackson, and Stone Counties. This is routine work involved in serving as a member of a forest fire suppression crew in an assigned area of the state. The work involves working as a member of a crew in preventing and suppressing forest fires, maintenance of firefighting equipment, construction and maintenance of fire breaks, assisting in timber marking, loading and unloading firefighting equipment, using hand tools in suppressing fires, and maintaining work centers. The work is performed under the general direction of a Forester. Direct supervision may be delegated to a Forestry Technician or other superior.Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Serves as a member on the fire control unit. Assists in loading and unloading tractors and other firefighting equipment. Assists in servicing equipment and making minor repairs. Serves as a member of a timber marking crew.Assists in the maintenance of work centers. Constructs and maintains fire breaks. Assists in plowing fire lines. Assists in improving timber stands and other resource management practices. Assists in information and education programs. Assists in locating tracts using a county road map and following central dispatch directions.Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. What you'll need to be successful: Integrity and Honesty: Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public trust through statements and actions. Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and promises. Demonstrates integrity by maintaining necessary confidentiality.Work Ethic: Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by the rules, regulations, and procedures governing work. Service Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions. Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency.Employees must obtain their Commercial Drivers License and pass a fitness exam within 90 days of employment.