City of San Rafael
Job Class Specification

Job Title: Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (WMS) I/II/III

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision from the Wildfire Program Manager and Deputy Director of Emergency Management, this position assists with wildfire risk reduction efforts through enforcement of San Rafael Municipal Code and implementation of various related plans. Plans to be implemented include but are not limited to the San Rafael Wildfire Prevention and Protection Action Plan, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), and Marin Wildfire (MWPA) annual work plan.

Positions in the Wildfire Mitigation Specialist class series are flexibly staffed; progression to a higher level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management and budget approval for progression to the higher level.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Wildfire Mitigation Specialist I:

This class is distinguished from the Wildfire Mitigation Specialist II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to the positions within the series including property inspections, contractor support, and basic reporting. This class is typically used as a training class and employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Wildfire Mitigation Specialist II:

This is the full journey level class within the series. Employees at the II level are distinguished from the WMS I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new and unusual situations arise and are fully knowledgeable of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are capable of completing both collaborative group work and more defined independent work. This class requires certification from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as a Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS) or similar certification.

Wildfire Mitigation Specialist III:

This is the lead work level position within this job class series. As a lead worker, this position is responsible for providing advanced journey level wildfire mitigation and code enforcement duties. This position may review and verify Vegetation Management Plans (VMPs) and non- structural plans. This position requires an NFPA CWMS and another relevant professional qualification such as an arborist, qualified applicator, professional forester, Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A course of the California State Fire Training or similar certification as approved by the Fire Chief.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.

  • Interpret and enforce provisions of City Ordinances, State Codes and other regulations.
  • Analyze structure and vegetation ignition potential using a science-based approach.
  • Investigate and evaluate public and referred agency complaints and concerns to satisfactory resolutions.