CO Dept of Public Safety - DFPC Multi-Mission Aircraft Manager

DFPC Multi-Mission Aircraft Manager
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement.
Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
(This position is 9 months full time and 3 months reduced schedule.)

Salary
$4,284.00 - $4,781.00 Monthly
Location: Denver Metro, CO
Full Time
Department of Public Safety
Job Number: DFPC-MMA-01016-SR-320-ZJ
Closing: 4/30/2020 5:00 PM Mountain

ABOUT THE WORK UNIT
The Multi-Mission Aircraft (MMA) program was developed by the Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) as a tool to detect wildland fires early in order to provide relevant information that local, state, and federal fire managers can use to make informed decisions about how to best manage fire in their jurisdictions. It is also available during extended attack and large fire incidents to provide high quality data to fire managers that assists their decisions regarding risk management, tactics, and strategy. As a resource within the Department of Public Safety, it can also be utilized for non-fire missions such as search and rescue, natural disaster monitoring, and wildlife census activities.

The MMA is a Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, equipped with modern imaging and computer mission systems that allows the MMA Manager to collect still imagery and record videos as well as produce maps, all of which can then be delivered to fire managers and ground firefighters to enhance their situational awareness. Most products are created while in flight, and delivered to users in near real time. The aircraft is typically staffed with a pilot and two MMA Managers, which allows for efficiencies in workload and teamwork.

And, more information about the MMA program can be found here at Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control.

Description of Job

POSITION DUTIES
The MMA manager coordinates daily missions and national assignments, coordinating with DFPC duty officers, requesting parties, contractors and pilots to conduct safe and effective missions. Responsibilities include time keeping, billing allocation and daily flight records. Managers will read, understand and ensure adherence to contracts and aviation policy.

The MMA Manager is qualified as a Mission System Operator and operates as a member of the flight crew, working in the back of the aircraft operating imaging equipment, computers, radios, and other equipment while in flight. Flight duration may be as long as five hours, may be conducted during times of turbulence and other weather challenges, and often involves circling an incident for an extended period of time.

Teamwork is an essential element of working as an MMA Manager, the position requires the ability to work with and communicate effectively with other MMA Managers as well as the pilot of the aircraft in order to meet the objectives of the mission.

Strong communication skills are necessary to effectively work as an MMA Manager. The position is required to work with a variety of stakeholders from local, state, and federal government as well as other DFPC internal and external stakeholders. While in flight, the MMA Manager is required to coordinate with other members of the flight crew, to use radios to communicate directly with ground personnel and dispatch facilities, and also to be able to compose and send email documents. When not engaged in flight operations, the MMA Manager may be required to represent the program to our stakeholders and to citizen groups with the goal of increasing awareness and utilization of the MMA, and to communicate the value of the program.

The MMA program is continually evolving and evaluating technologies that can support and enhance our capabilities. The ideal candidate will have the ability to investigate and evaluate new hardware and software solutions that may be able to be utilized to perform and expand our mission. A working knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) resources and principles is a desirable asset.

Other duties may be assigned to assist other WFMS programs. This may include: fire suppression, equipment management and maintenance, fire prevention programs, fire reimbursement and billing, management of fire caches and supplies, data entry, filing, training and testing, inspections, research, etc.

Other Requirements:
Employees that maintain wildland fire qualifications outside of those required for this position may be eligible to participate in wildland fire assignments. It is the responsibility of the employee to insure that they comply with all currency, refresher training, and fitness requirements associated with these qualifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Qualification to NWCG standards as: Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1).
• Minimum of 2 years documented wildland firefighting experience.

SUBSTITUTIONS
None.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years Wildland firefighting experience
• NWCG qualifications of: any Single Resource Boss position (CRWB, ENGB, FELB, FIRB, HEQB or HMGB); Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) or higher and any Strike Team or Task Force leader or higher Operations Section qualification.
• Qualification as an Air Tactical Group Supervisor.
• Previous aviation experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcMap.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service and community involvement.
• Demonstrated computer based knowledge and skills.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado State driver's license within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel extensively throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.
• Requires ability to fly for extended periods of time up to 4 hours in turbulent conditions.
• Ability to obtain IAT Fixed Wing Flight Manger, Special Use certification (Within one year of date of hire, unless otherwise approved by the MMA Unit Chief)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position may be permanent-full-time or permanent part-time which is subject to furlough, leave without pay and/or a reduced schedule for certain time periods.
• Upon initial employment, individual will be required to provide a complete training file to DFPC that contains all necessary qualification documentation (course certificates, position task books, personnel evaluations, and incident experience history) to demonstrate that NWCG and other requirements have been met.
• This position is a public safety officer as defined by 42 U.S.C. § 3796b Sec. 1204 (9).
• This position may be required to attain additional training and/or certifications (medical, driving, all-hazards, etc.) within a specified period of time, per current DFPC qualifications and professional development Standard Operating Guidelines and Policies.
• This position requires shift work and being stationed at airports and other locations for 12+ hours at a time.
• Applicant must be willing to be fingerprinted, successfully pass a polygraph, drug screen, and a medical physical exam as a condition of hire.
• Must maintain an Arduous Fitness Level rating (based on National Wildfire Coordinating Group standards) throughout entire employment period. Must be able to obtain an Arduous Fitness Level rating within 2 weeks of hire.
• Must be willing to travel to wildfire incidents, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado, and across the nation at times. Assignments may last for two weeks or longer.

More information, and application, at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/...ion-aircraft-manager