Rural Fire Program Coordinator
Quick answer
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry is hiring a mid-senior Rural Fire Program Coordinator in Grand Rapids, MN, paying $68,841 - $101,476 annually, to administer the Volunteer Firefighter Assistance (VFA) grant program and manage federal surplus property for fire departments.
- Role
- Rural Fire Program Coordinator
- Organization
- Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Minnesota
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
- Category
- Other
The role
The Rural Fire Program Coordinator position at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, involves administering the Volunteer Firefighter Assistance (VFA) grant program and managing federal surplus property for fire departments.
What you'll do
- Coordinating and administering the VFA program activities utilizing both federal and state grant funds
- Coordinating and leading the United State Forest Service (USFS) Federal Excess Property (FEPP) and Firefighter Property (FFP) programs
- Facilitating collaboration between structural fire service agencies and the MN DNR Division of Forestry
What it takes
- Three (3) year’s experience coordinating, training, or administering programs serving fire departments as well as managing or facilitating grants, contracts, and agreements
- Two (2) years advanced level professional experience leading a complex program including planning, leading staff, assigning work, monitoring accomplishments, administering a budget, administering and implementing programs
- Three (3) years intermediate professional experience administering sub-programs or single programs
- A related master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; a related bachelor’s degree may substitute for (12) months experience; and a related associate’s degree may substitute for six (6) months experience
- Five (5) or more year’s experience serving on a paid or volunteer fire department and qualified as NFPA Firefighter I and II
- Two (2) or more year’s experience serving as chief or assistant chief on a fire department
What you'll bring
How we treat you
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $68,841 - $101,476 annually.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include three years of experience in coordinating programs for fire departments, two years of advanced professional experience leading a complex program, and a related master’s degree may substitute for eighteen months of experience.
How can I apply?
To apply, go to https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ and search for Job ID 96396, or click the following link: Rural Fire Program Coordinator.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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