FORESTRY PROGRAM MANAGER

FORESTRY PROGRAM MANAGER

Salary

$76,608.72 - $114,693.84 Annually

Location

Carson City

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-04113

Department

DCNR - FORESTRY DIVISION

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Salary Grade

39

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

CARSON CITY, NV, 89701

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR), protects, manages, and enhances the States resources to provide the highest quality of life for Nevadas citizens and visitors. The NDCNR with over 900 employees consists of the Directors Office and the following divisions and programs: Environmental Protection, Forestry, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Heritage, State Historic Preservation Office, Off-Highway Vehicles, Sagebrush Ecosystem, and the Conservation Districts Program. The Department also provides support staff to the Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and has responsibility for numerous Boards, Commissions, and Councils. The Department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the State. Nevada Division of Forestry, Fire Program, Fire and Aviation management for the Division statewide. This position manages wildland fire suppression and resources, fire prevention, mitigation, and rehabilitation to include fuel (vegetation) management, and dispatch center operations across the state. This position manages aircraft operations both fixed wing and rotor wing. This position is managed by Federal Fire and Cooperative State Fire Assistance and Volunteer Fire Assistance grants. This position coordinates with federal state and local government in the Wildland Fire Protection Program that is administered by the Division of Forestry. This position works closely with the Divisions Fire Incident Business unit on fire billings, cost shares, contracts, and agreements. Coordinates and activates the Nevada National Guard Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS) and rotor wing aircraft for wildland fire suppression. Attend and participate in meetings such as: Nevada Fire Chiefs, Great Basin Coordinating Group, Nevada Fire Board, Dept of Emergency Management, local county meetings etc. Participates as the Emergency Support Function 4 (ESF4) for the state Emergency Management program.

Forestry Program Managers plan, coordinate and oversee activities, services, and staff in major program areas such as resource management, fire management, conservation camp management, support services management, or safety and training management.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in forestry, natural resources management or closely related field and four years of firefighting experience which included experience in coordinating fire management programs, two years which included supervisory experience; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and six years of experience as described above, two years which included supervisory experience; OR one year of experience as a Conservation Camp Area Supervisor, Fire Management Officer II, or Helitack Supervisor in Nevada State service; OR two years of experience as a Battalion Chief, Conservation Camp Supervisor, or Fire Management Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate assigned statewide programs and activities; confer with regional and subordinate staff to determine program effectiveness and ensure consistent application of division policies, State law and program guidelines.

Develop and implement program goals and objectives in accordance with the division mission; establish and monitor performance indicators to measure results and progress toward desired outcomes.

Develop and manage program and grant budgets; receive input from program specialists and regional staff; review program budget requests; project future program budget needs by coordinating use of federal, State and county funds and by reviewing and evaluating past and current spending patterns; recommend and justify spending adjustments as needed.

Investigate and pursue external funding sources; prepare and submit grant proposals to federal agencies for approval; notify regions of budget allocated; consolidate, review and submit federal reporting documents; ensure that program expenditures and activities are in compliance with established grant criteria; negotiate agreements and contracts related to funding, reimbursement or exchange of services.

Develop, review, and analyze legislative proposals related to the assigned program area; draft amendments and recommendations; testify before legislative committees as requested; track and monitor bills through the legislative process.

Supervise and evaluate the performance of subordinate supervisors, program specialists and other personnel as assigned; interview and select applicants; assign and review work; develop work performance standards.

Develop and implement policies to carry out division mandates; design and review programs; interpret laws and regulations; coordinate regional assignments to meet provisions of statutes; and review program reports in order to ensure division goals and objectives are met.

Coordinate operations with federal, State, and local authorities and other stakeholders in the assigned program area to accomplish common goals.

Represent the division at meetings with representatives of city councils, county commissions, State agencies, national groups, and civic organizations.

Develop, prepare, and submit analytical, narrative, and statistical reports regarding program activities as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of: coordination of statewide programs related to fire management; wildland fire suppression and prevention methods; fire and arson investigation; development of interagency mutual aid agreements; building and fire codes management practices including ordinances; division policies and procedures related to fire suppression operations, personnel and equipment; supervisory techniques and practices; oral and written communication skills.

Ability to: plan, organize and coordinate statewide fire management programs and projects; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with representatives of federal, State and local agencies; negotiate and administer contracts; identify and pursue external funding sources for fire management programs; train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with various groups and entities; develop, prepare and submit analytical, narrative and statistical reports regarding program activities.

Recruiter Information: Quinn Ashley; q.ashley@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

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Do you have any of the following?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forestry, natural resources management or closely related field and four years of firefighting experience which included experience in coordinating fire management programs, two years which included supervisory experience.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and six years of experience as described above, two years which included supervisory experience.
• One year of experience as a Conservation Camp Area Supervisor, Fire Management Officer 2, or Helitack Supervisor in Nevada State service.
• Two years of experience as a Battalion Chief, Conservation Camp Supervisor, or Fire Management Officer 1 in Nevada State service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• None of the above.

02

Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

Applicants are required to pass a physical agility test which consists of a three (3) mile walk, carrying forty-five (45) pounds in less than forty-five (45) minutes prior to appointment and/or for continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires statewide travel up to 50% of the time. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06

Applicants must be able to regularly work outside in weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

All positions in this series are required to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe your experience with the coordination of statewide programs related to fire management and wildland fire suppression and prevention methods. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.

09

Describe your experience with the development of interagency mutual aid agreements and state compacts agreements. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.

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Describe your experience with policies and procedures related to fire suppression operations, personnel and equipment. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.

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