Forest Ranger II
Core
Investigative and protective services work focused on wildfire detection, prevention, suppression, and enforcement of forestry and environmental laws.
Role type
Field operations officer (wildfire enforcement)
Builds
Fire suppression operations, compliance enforcement, and public safety initiatives
Domain
Forestry, Wildfire Management, Law Enforcement
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Wildfire suppression, fire investigation, law enforcement, patrol and inspection, equipment maintenance, public education, legal compliance enforcement, physical fitness
Preferred skills
Firefighting training, court testimony, stakeholder liaison
Technologies
Firefighting equipment, motor vehicles
Responsibilities
Patrol and inspect assigned areas for fire hazards and compliance; fight fires and supervise firefighting crews; conduct fire investigations and issue permits; enforce forestry and environmental laws; train firefighting personnel and the public; testify in court regarding violations.