• Develop and implement mitigation measures to reduce the risks and impacts of wildfire and related hazards.
• Develop and implement fuel modification plans and strategies on small (I & II) and large (II & III) parcels to reduce wildfire ignition and impact risks.
• Complete individual property evaluations, including effective resident communication, photographic documentation, and report writing.
• Increase awareness, knowledge and resiliency of individuals and community groups on topics relating to wildfire prevention, mitigation and emergency response.
• Identify, research, and draft financial grants and supporting documents.
• Develop and manage RFPs, POs and contracts.
• Prepare written staff reports and present evidence at hearings, Council meetings, and/or Courts of law related to current code enforcement proceedings.
• Develop, manage, coordinate and/or support a variety of public outreach and education events, some occurring during non-traditional work hours.
• Participate, via a flex work schedule, in up to two public outreach or engagement events a month.
• Maintain clear and detailed records, program statistics, photos, and documents.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance documents, permits, and other regulatory documents.
• Establish and maintain respectful and collaborative working relationships with city staff, external partners, residents, and contractors.
• Evaluate and adjust in progress work to assure objectives are met within budget.
• Apply principles of inclusion, equity, and public safety to all program areas.
• Performs related duties as required to support the mission of the department, City, and in service as a Disaster Service Worker.
• At the III level, function as a lead work mentor and supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Correct written and spoken English usage, spelling, and punctuation
• Local and State Fire Codes
• Contemporary issues, scientific research and findings, and legislation relating to wildfire, public safety, and natural resource management
• Research and statistical methods
• Environmental best practices
• Project management
• Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards
• Map reading, including topography and basic GIS
• Modern office procedures including Microsoft Office suite
• Goals, objectives, and policies of the department, City, and Marin Wildfire
• City, County, State, and Federal planning documents that direct and impact San Rafael’s wildfire resiliency

ABILITY TO:

• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes, policies, and best practices in a consistent, fair, and equitable manner
• Exercise sound judgement, identify and solve problems, suggest reasonable alternatives, and negotiate compliance strategies to improve public safety, resiliency and the natural environment.
• Conduct field inspections in developed and undeveloped environments, often in challenging terrain and weather