Forest Patrolman (Seasonal) - William Penn Forest District

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$17.00 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Birdsboro
617 Fire Tower Road (Show on map)
Mar 10, 2025
THE POSITION Are you enthusiastic about nature, possess keen observational abilities, and thrive both independently and in a team setting? If so, explore the opportunity of becoming a Forest Patrolman, where you can significantly contribute to the conservation of our natural resources and uphold the health of our forests. As part of our committed team, your duties will include overseeing specific forest regions to guarantee safety, adherence to regulations, and efforts in wildfire prevention, suppression, and investigation. Take the step today to create a lasting difference in safeguarding our forests for generations to come while relishing the splendor of the outdoors! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will support the Forest Fire Specialist Supervisor in the Northern Area of the William Penn Forest District by aiding in the prevention, suppression, and investigation of wildfires, in addition to contributing to district maintenance initiatives and the Federal Surplus Program. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal full-time employment, without benefits. The season runs from approximately March until November at which the employee is placed on leave without pay. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. The work location will be determined from one of the following, based on preference of selected candidate: Lehigh Field Office, 4935 Orchard Rd. Schwenksville, PA 18078 Hopewell Fire Control Station, 617 Fire Tower Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508 Overtime maybe be required in emergency situations You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three months of experience in forest fire suppression or pre-suppression work and such training as may have been gained through completion of the eighth school grade; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirement: This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.