POSITION INFORMATION:

Position: State Firefighter II - Lowell Road, Great Brook Farm State Park

Start Date: 3/15/2026

End Date: 10/31/2026

Biweekly salary: $1,903.03

Number of vacancies: 1

Please Note: Salary range compensation by hours worked is determined by several factors, including experience, seniority, the agency's budget, and the nature of the role (e.g., short-term contract vs. full-time position). For union positions, salary is determined in accordance with the applicable bargaining unit's salary schedule and governing regulations.

For the status changes to short term: Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation's mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways.DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR's staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.

Job Opening:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of State Firefighter II. This is the fully competent protective service level classification in this series. While incumbents seek guidance and advice from more senior colleagues on complex issues and situations, they have thorough knowledge of policies and practices and have the ability to handle most tasks independently.

Incumbents receive general supervision from employees of a higher grade in the chain of command who provide training, instruction, assign work and review performance for effectiveness and conformance to laws, regulations, and agency policies. Incumbents may exercise functional direction to State Firefighter I and/or other employees of a lower grade by providing instruction, training, and correction. Incumbents may participate in mentoring new employees.

Duties:

Suppress fires at the direction of the Incident Supervisor, through the use of standard firefighting techniques by using such equipment as fire engines, fire extinguishers, emergency generators, radio equipment, air packs, safety equipment, gas masks, protective clothing and patrol vehicles.
Train fire agency staff and other agency fire personnel in the methods and techniques of fire prevention and control. Update fire and safety posters to promote public awareness of fire safety.
Calculate the daily fire ratings, using the National Fire Danger Rating System Guidelines, by calculating indices of the fire weather system using remote automated weather stations, facility weather stations, field calculations and information provided by the National Weather Services. Provide the fire danger rating to all fire departments within the Commonwealth on a daily basis.
Keep firefighting equipment in proper condition by performing routine maintenance and inspection to ensure preparedness for emergency situations.
Perform relates work such as conferring with other governmental units regarding firefighting and fire prevention maintaining routine records and files and preparing inspection accident and federal fire reports.
Perform initial size-up of emergency or dangerous situations, take appropriate actions and report to the appropriate person as designated through the chain of command.
Conduct assigned fire management planned duties and pre-suppression activities.
Assist with on-site inspection and remote observation to detect fire on state forests and properties. Report emergency or dangerous situations to the appropriate person as designated through the chain of command.

Key Accountabilities:
Incumbents at this level have the decision-making authority to:

Provide tactical fire line leadership related to fire operations at the direction of the appropriate person as designated through the chain of command.
Report violations of fire laws to an employee of a higher grade.

Working Environment:

While performing the duties of this classification, incumbents work under exposure to the hazards associated with fires and hazardous chemicals. Incumbents work outdoors in varying terrain. Incumbents may be exposed to all kinds of weather and environmental and biological hazards (e.g. smoke, diesel fumes, ticks, snags, etc.). Incumbents may work in isolated areas for considerable lengths of time, including in enclosed spaces up to 100 feet in the air (i.e. fire towers). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be noisy. Incumbents may be required to work at emergency incidents for extended hours, nights, weekends or holidays and may be subject to on-call status. Incumbents may be required to travel and may be exposed to traffic and other roadway or travel-related hazards.

Physical Abilities:

While performing the duties of the classification, incumbents are required to climb a ladder of up to 35 feet and climb open stairways of up to 100 feet. Incumbents are required to perform physically demanding work with hand tools, power tools and saws, and brush cutting power equipment. Incumbents are required to be able to walk a distance of two miles while carrying a pack of 25 pounds. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to 100 pounds with or without assistance and with or without the use of devices and/or equipment to assist in the lifting effort. Work assignments may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to a known disability.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Knowledge, Education and Experience:

Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) season of wildland firefighting experience and (B) have successfully completed the following courses:

Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS 100 (Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA))
An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, IS-700 (FEMA)
Basic Wildland Firefighter Training, S-130 (National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG))
Introduction to Wildfire Behavior, S-190 (NWCG)
Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service, L-180 (NWCG)
Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior, S-290 (NWCG)

Incumbents are required to possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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