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Job Description
The Job
Land Use Services is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Lead Fire Hazard Abatement Officer to support wildfire prevention across the county’s diverse and high-risk landscapes. This position plays a critical role in addressing the growing threats of wildfire, climate change, and pest infestation by developing vegetation management strategies that promote both public safety and environmental health.
Key Responsibilities may include:- Plan and Implement Vegetation Management: Develop and execute site-specific vegetation management plans that balance fire risk reduction with ecological preservation. Evaluate vegetation types, assess risk areas, and determine appropriate treatment methods (e.g., pruning, thinning, removal).
- Enforce Fire Safety Ordinances: Conduct property inspections to ensure compliance with fire hazard abatement and hazardous tree regulations. Issue notices and work directly with property owners to mitigate risks.
- Lead Public Education Efforts: Coordinate community outreach and education campaigns focused on defensible space and proper vegetation maintenance to promote fire safety awareness.
- Coordinate with Agencies and Stakeholders
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates MUST meet ONE (1) of the Requirement Options to qualify.
REQUIREMENT OPTION 1
EDUCATION: A completed associate's degree from an accredited college or university in in fire technology/science, arboriculture, forestry, or environmental science -OR- International Society of Arboricultural (ISA) Certified Arborist Credential.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in fire hazard abatement, vegetation management/arboriculture, wildfire prevention, or fire and environmental safety. Experience must include enforcing fire hazards or safety regulations, conducting inspections for a public agency.
REQUIREMENT OPTION 2
EDUCATION: Certifications in Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190, S-290, S-390, S-490), Fire Fighter Type 1 Training , or Wildfire Mitigation Specialist .
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in fire hazard abatement, vegetation management/arboriculture, wildfire prevention, or fire and environmental safety. Experience must include enforcing fire hazard or safety regulations and conducting inspections for a public agency.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:- Knowledge of wildfire behavior, vegetation types, and ecological principles.
- Experience interpreting and enforcing fire codes or related ordinances.
- Strong leadership, communication, and public outreach skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with agencies, landowners, and community members.
- Familiarity with local and state fire prevention strategies and environmental regulations.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .
Technical & Inspection Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 8/8/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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