Forest Ranger I - Area 33, Jackson

Job Title

Forest Fire Suppression Crew Member About the Agency

Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has been a leader in the protection, management, and sustainability of the state's forests for 100 years. The MFC provides expert management, protection, and information needed to keep Mississippi's approximately 19.2 million acres of forestland healthy, productive, and prosperous.About the Position

This position is with the Mississippi Forestry Commission in Area 33 with duties and responsibilities in Hinds and Warren 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 of 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.Will learn to operate a bulldozer and transport. 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

A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required. Employees must possess or obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within the first year of employment. Additionally, Agency prefers: candidates must pass a walking fitness test and a pre-employment drug screening.