FILING DATES:

Applications will be accepted starting Monday, January 29, 2024, 8:00 a.m., PT - This exam will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice.

EXAM NUMBER:

30328J

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING

WITHHOLD:

No withhold will be accepted for this examination.

OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE:

Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.

DEFINITION:

Performs nursery or field reforestation work and supervises juvenile and adult work crews in forestry projects.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Deputy Forester and are responsible for performing forestry duties at a County reforestation nursery or are assigned to one of the major forestry programs such as: Vegetation Management, Conservation Education, Fuel Modification, Brush Clearance, Fire Plan, Environmental Review, Pesticide Coordination, Soil Stabilization or Landscape Design. Incumbents must apply supervisory skills and knowledge of forestry and natural resources management principles to plan and coordinate field projects, forest tree nursery operations, or specialized tasks in support of vegetation management, fuel modification, brush clearance, environmental impact reports, and the County's Oak Tree Ordinance. Incumbents supervise and participate in the work of unskilled crews performing forestry related duties.

• Oversees and conducts field work (e.g. Inspections, manual labor, landscaping) by directing field crews (Forestry Technicians, volunteers, and vendors), engaging in manual seed collecting, field reforestation (i.e. removing invasive plant species and planting native species), native plant propagation in nurseries, determining the type, number and placement of trees to be planted, managing tree nurseries, by using a chainsaw to thin forest, and applying herbicides, insecticides, and other chemicals for weed abatement, and by operating Class B commercial vehicles and towing chippers/trailers in order to complete forestry related projects.
• Conducts enforcement inspections under the supervision of Deputy Foresters by inspecting properties (e.g. brush clearance inspections, oak tree ordinance inspections), by communicating compliance findings with property owners, in order to monitor compliance of laws and regulations.
• Serves as departmental representative at community events (e.g. county fairs, job fairs, school presentations) by coordinating, scheduling, and giving presentations or informal talks regarding forestry activities; conducting field demonstrations in order to educate the public.
• Prepares forestry projects, by evaluating physical conditions (e.g. environmentally sensitive areas, defensible space requirements), conducting site preparation, and selecting appropriate plant species for planting and removal, in order to protect life, property, and the environment.
• Evaluates regulatory compliance by reviewing and analyzing inspection information in accordance with state and county codes and ordinance, and coordinates corrective measures in order to protect life, property, and the environment.
• Develops Geographic Information Systems maps by collecting fire perimeter data, by hiking uneven terrain and collecting forest management data in order to utilize silvicultural techniques to accurately assess forest health.
• Staffs the 24 hour facility at Henninger Flats visitor center/museum by giving guided field tours, by participating in education and conservation programs, by patrolling campgrounds, rendering emergency medical services to the general public, and by covering night shifts in the absence of lower-level staff in order to provide a safe venue for outdoor recreational activities.
• Responds to 24 hour emergency incident needs by performing support roles in logistics (e.g. supply unit, ground support unit, facilities unit and resource unit) in order to support the needs of the incident.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited college* with specialization in forestry or a related field.

LICENSE:

A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.

A valid California Class B Commercial Driver License with water tank, air brake and passenger endorsements is required within one year from the date of appointment and prior to completion of probationary period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

• Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also Acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Related field such as: Urban Forestry, Forestry Recreation, Recreation Administration, Landscape Architecture, Wildfire, Wildfire Management, Natural Resources Management, Botany, Environmental Sciences (Ecology), Agriculture, Horticulture, and Arboriculture. All related fields may be reviewed for content and curriculum emphasis.

In order to received credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Associate's or higher, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application. Applicants must either upload required documents as attachments, e-mail documents as attachments to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov or fax the documents to (323) 264-7159 at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting online application. A printout of the transcript from the school's website Is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. An evaluation report of a transcript is defined as a report issued by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States. A transcript submitted that is expressed in a language other than English will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Persons appointed to this class shall obtain Emergency Medical Technician-1 (EMT-1) certification through successful completion of the departmentally provided EMT-1 training program, or from a school, or an EMT program accredited by the local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, and successfully pass the National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) basic exam within one year from time of appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

VISION:

(1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. (2) Color Perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying.

HEARING:

Applicants cannot be medically qualified if the hearing in either ear shows greater than a 40 dB loss as averaged in the four test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000 and 3000 Hz; nor may there be greater than a 45 dB peak loss at any one of the test frequencies. Applicants whose test results fall between the acceptable and unacceptable ranges will be individually evaluate.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

4 - Arduous. Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.

EXAMINATION CONTENT

PART I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 50%, assessing:

• Deductive Reasoning
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and Organizing
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.

MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

PART II: An Evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E), weighted at 50%, assessing:

• Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
• Laws and Regulations, Professional Standards, Policies, and Procedures
• Forestry Management and Fire Science
• Emergency Operations
• Safety and Emergency Equipment Use
• Hand Tools and Power Equipment Use

Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the combined scores for Part I and II in order to be placed on the eligible register.

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