19 Feb
2020 Bighorn Veteran Fire Corps (VFC) Team
Wyoming, Greybull 00000 Greybull USA

Vacancy expired!

Expected Dates

May 11, 2020 to August 16, 2020

Site

Bighorn National Forest

Position ID

PO-00728811

The Veterans Fire Corps is comprised of post-9/11-era US Military Veterans receiving essential training, credentials and experience to competitively pursue wildland fire and/or forestry careers. In this internship, members will serve in teams of five with an experienced SCA Project Leader. Teams may work in National Forest, National Park and/or National Fish and Wildlife Service units.

Corps members will become familiar with federal agencies via fire training through multiple disciplines such as wildlife ecology, botany and resource management. Team projects may include, but are not limited to, participation on prescribed fires, fuels reduction, fire effects monitoring, trail maintenance, wildlife and wilderness monitoring, educational outreach, and pre-fire preparation of burn units. A typical schedule consists of four consecutive 10-hour days with three days off.

Wildland firefighting demands a high level of fitness to work in difficult environmental conditions, including steep terrain, extreme temperatures, altitude, and smoke. Members will be required to pass the Work Capacity (Pack) Test at the “arduous” level. The Pack Test consists of completing a 3-mile hike with 45-pound pack in 45 minutes. Physical conditioning prior to the start date is highly recommended and physical training will be conducted during the term of service.

The following qualifications are required for selection: Post 9/11 US Veteran status; for potential career status in Federal Fire an age of 37 or younger; a form DD214 indicating an Honorable discharge. A General discharge (under Honorable conditions) may be acceptable on a case-by-case basis. Acceptance into this program is contingent on proof of age and Veteran status.

Members of this program must also have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a criminal background check. Members should expect to live and work alongside veterans from all branches of service. Benefits include training, housing, transportation, a living allowance of $280/week, and eligibility for an AmeriCorps education award. Members are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

  • Location Description

    Bighorn National Forest. This crew site is remote and at high elevation. Teams should expect unpredictable weather - extreme temperatures, wind, arid and/or humid conditions throughout the duration of the team.

  • Training Provided

    Members will begin the project by joining other corps teams for Member Training. Training includes:

    • SCA Orientation
    • Wilderness First Aid and CPR
    • S212 Chainsaw Certification
    • S130 Basic Wildland Firefighting (Red Card)

  • Need to Operate

    Chainsaw

  • Handicap Accessible?

    No

Main Area of Focus

Backcountry/Trail work

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Camping

some experience

Hand Tools

some experience

Further Details

AmeriCorps Eligible

Eligible

Driving Logistics

Valid Drivers License Needed

Housing or Stipend Provided?

Yes

Team will stay at furnished government housing.

Indoor/Outdoor

Outdoor

US Citizenship

Required

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