Wildfire Strategic Planning Manager (Analyst III- CPPW) – City of Portland

Title of the Job: Wildfire Strategic Planning Manager (Analyst III- CPPW)

Location: Portland, OR

Job Description: The PositionJob Appointment: Full time, regular
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at 55 Ash Street, Portland, OR.
Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, .
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
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Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view current labor agreements, please visit .Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.Position Summary
Wildfire threat is a dynamic public safety issue that directly affects City of Portland communities, business & industry, Bureaus, and critical infrastructure. Strategically addressing the coordination of planning and policy work for this threat will require this position to work collaboratively across Bureaus, with City and regional stakeholders, and local, regional, state, and federal response partners. This position is expected to address multiple existing, as well as pursue new, strategic planning efforts to coordinate City of Portland policy to address the threat of wildland fire.This position will manage the work of key programmatic staff to assist with policy development, grant applications, and other development efforts that address the dynamic threat wildfire poses to our City and region.This position will work within the Portland Fire & Rescue Wildland Fire Program, which is assigned to the Special Operations Office, and collaborate with internal coordinators in the bureau and City for its wildland fire prevention, emergency operations, and training efforts. We are looking for candidates that have backgrounds in National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS) and forestry, National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) wildfire prevention/suppression backgrounds.As a Wildfire Strategic Planning Manager, you will focus on the following goals:

• Priorities: Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Deputy Chief of Special Operations and the Program coordinators, develop and/or review priorities for strategic planning, prevention, suppression operations, and training priorities that address the threat of wildfire on the City of Portland, prioritizing underserved communities. Utilize these priorities to guide strategic planning efforts across City Bureaus, with City stakeholders, and regional/state/federal partners.

Communication & Collaboration: The success of this position and the PF&R Wildland Fire Program in preparing the Bureau and the City for the threat of wildfire is dependent upon effective communication and collaboration. The Special Operations Deputy Chief and the Program coordinators will regularly meet to understand the needs and challenges of the Program, discuss ideas and opportunities for cross-collaboration so the Program, as a whole, is successful, and map out a network plan for achieving the Program priorities for the City.Successfully addressing the dynamic threat of wildfire-facing cities, will require the same strong communication & collaboration with both internal City partners, as well as external stakeholders and regional partners. Examples of such external collaborations might include neighboring cities, communities, and neighborhoods, the Oregon Department of Forestry and Office of Oregon State Fire Marshal, county and state emergency management, regional community colleges, and the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management.Policy Development: An effective Wildland Program not only conducts prevention, mitigation, suppression, and training efforts but also supports these efforts at a strategic level through internal & external relationship building and policy development.Public/Partner Outreach: Effective long-term strategic planning and policy starts and ends with outreach and engagement with our partners and the public. This position will develop strong policy that is relevant and can evolve to meet the needs of our City and communities.Questions?Karen Ehn, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human ResourcesTo QualifyThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position: * Experience applying the principles and practices of emergency management, including fire hazard identification, mitigation, and disaster preparedness.

• Experience with strategic planning for emergency, environmental and fire hazard prevention.
• Knowledge of wildland urban interface fire response training and education.
• Experience interpreting federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations to evaluate alternatives, recommend policies, strategies, and effective courses of action for complex or technical problems.
• Experience using GIS software for the interpretation and implementation of wildfire planning.
• Experience conducting public outreach and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Bureau/Office managers and staff, City leadership, representatives of other local, regional and federal governmental agencies, the public, and others encountered in the course of work.
• Ability to communicate information effectively both verbally and in writing including writing detailed reports, plans and procedures, as well as developing and presenting training programs for staff and the public.

Applicants must also:Possess ICS certificates I-100, I-200, I-300, I-400, I-700, I-800 at the time of application. Certificates are preferred but agency training records will also be accepted.Possess a valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record.Preferred Qualifications:Although not required, you may have the following, if so include information in your application materials:Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Natural Resources Management, or other closely related fields.National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Position Qualifications: Planning Section Chief, Type-3 and/or Operations Section Chief, Type-3Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, and techniques of natural resources management and wildland fire protection to include prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.Knowledge and experience of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS); National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) operational and positional capabilities/standards; Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) structure and operating procedures; emergency operations communications systems.Ability to learn and retain local geography and resources as they relate to wildland fire planning and operations; stay abreast of emergency management requirements and standards as well as analyze and evaluate new program techniques.Ability to understand and explain local, state, and federal legal requirements and mandates related to wildfire planning and response.Ability to learn and execute State and Federal damage reporting and reimbursement procedures; accounting, budgeting, and contract principles and methods; principles and practices of program coordination, development, administration, and evaluation.The Recruitment ProcessSTEP 1: Apply online between Monday, November 18, 2024 – Monday, December 9, 2024Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

Application Tips:

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the “To Qualify” section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.

How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.Do not attach materials not requested.All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.All applications must be submitted via the City’s online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. * You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting; instead, use AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of December 9th or December 16th, 2024

• An evaluation of each applicant’s training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the

for complete information. * Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of December 16th, 2024

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): January, 2025

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: early February, 2025Step 6: Start Date: February, 2025

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*Additional Informationfor additional information regarding the following:

• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
• Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

• Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
• Carrot Fertility
• Wellness Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
• Family Medical Leave
• City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. .

Company Name: City of Portland

Salary: $107265.6 – 151881.6 per year

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