Wildland Fire Planner - Fort Collins, Colorado

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 29 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Wildland Fire Planner - Fort Collins, Colorado
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202400532AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib III
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $85,000-$100,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/29/2024
Description of Work Unit
CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary
A Wildland Fire Planner position is available with Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental management of Military Lands (CEMML) to be located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This position will directly support CEMML’s Wildland Fire Program Manager by writing fire management plans and helping to develop and carry out data analyses.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on landscapes throughout the U.S., provide support for local and national wildland fire management planning, use the latest science and technology including developing novel methodologies, and creatively address wildland fire management problems, some of which are unique to the military.
Work location is dependent on the needs of the partner/project/role. In some instances, positions may require staff to be fully in-person. In other instances, hybrid or remote arrangements may be possible.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in natural resources or a related field
  • 3 years of professional experience in natural resources or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in wildland fire management planning or wildland fire data analysis
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
  • Demonstration of strong organizational skills
  • Demonstration of strong written communication skills
  • Must be capable of walking 1-3 miles continuously while carrying up to 20 pounds over uneven terrain and to sustain long periods of standing, walking, lifting, stooping, reaching, or similar activities.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in natural resources or a related field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in natural resources or a related discipline
  • At least one year of experience assisting or directly managing projects
  • Demonstrated experience writing natural resources management plans or regulatory documents of any type
  • Experience in the design and implementation of science-based methodologies
  • Fireline experience at any level
  • Self-motivated/self-starter and team-oriented collaborator
  • Demonstrated attention to detail while maintaining timelines and budgets
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office software, including document management and intermediate formatting, functions, queries, etc.
  • One year or more of experience using Geographic Information Systems, including creating, managing, and analyzing spatial data
  • Experience supervising the work of others
  • Experience with the military
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Project Management
Duty/Responsibility
  • Manage the budget, ensures timelines are met, manage the work of team members.
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Prepare Fire Management Plans
Duty/Responsibility
  • Work with team members on multiple plans simultaneously.
  • Work with installation personnel to identify issues needing resolution and determine goals and objectives.
  • Analyze fire occurrence, weather, and spatial data; perform fire risk analyses; establish roles and responsibilities; establish and assign tasks throughout the plan; determine proper wildfire response; other tasks as necessary to complete plans.
  • Write plans, quality control the work of team members.
  • Finalize deliverables per the scope of work and submit deliverables to installations.
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category Wildland Fire Analysis
Duty/Responsibility
  • Use GIS, Excel, Databases, scientific software, wildland fire management software, and CEMML-built custom computer code/scripts to perform analyses and determine best mitigation actions.
  • Analyze weather data, fire occurrence data, climate data, carry out high-resolution risk analyses, and develop new methodologies based on the best available science as necessary.
Percentage Of Time 35

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than April 29, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.


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    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
    Search Contact Andrew Beavers ([email protected])
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    The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
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    The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
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