Technical Information Specialist (Tis)California Task Force 5 (CA-TF5) US&R Plans Section is currently recruiting for the position of Technical Information Specialist (TIS). This recruitment is open to full-time, Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Firefighters (non-probationary), Fire Apparatus Engineers, and Fire Captains. This is an entry level position and non-probationary Firefighters are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will be placed in a candidate pool, which will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The list may be retained for up to two (2) years. The ideal candidate should be technically savvy and very motivated.
The TIS is responsible for documenting, tracking, and retrieving all pertinent information for the task force during incident operations.Essential FunctionsThe position requires participation in rigorous physically and mentally challenging base camp and field operations. These operations encompass multiple disciplines of the Plans functional area in extremely varied and potentially hazardous working conditions. Technical Information Specialists require the ability to provide both verbal and written interaction with all sections of the US&R Task Force, including local, state and federal officials.
The position also requires working in disaster zones, adverse weather conditions, hazardous atmospheres and military or civilian aircraft (fixed and rotary). As a member of the US&R Task Force you will be asked to represent the local, state, and federal government under extremely diverse conditions.Minimum QualificationsMinimum requirements for US&R Plans - TIS :Current, OCFA Firefighter (non-probationary), Fire Apparatus Engineer, or Fire CaptainParticipation in the OCFA "WEFIT" programHave a basic knowledge of US&R and GPS operationsDemonstrate the ability to follow orders and personnel management skillsMust be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writingHave the ability to be flexible, resolve conflicts, and solve problemsPossess basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelBe willing to work and live in austere environments for extended periods of timePosition Requirement (post selection):Must maintain a basic knowledge of the use of specialized Task Force equipment and support resources related to your positionMeet and maintain qualifications for Plans/TIS per the FEMA position descriptionsCompletion of the FEMA Plans/TIS courseCompletion of FEMA classes IS100, IS200, IS700, IS800 and FEMA Orientation classCompletion of GPS Operational and WMD Enhanced Ops classes (online)Complete annual FEMA Ethics Training courseParticipate in air operations – helicopter and fixed wing during deployments and/or trainingAttend quarterly training meetings and participation in Task Force ExercisesMaintain/respond by timely communication with Task Force and Section administration through email and phoneNWCG Plans related trainingFollow the Federal "Code of Conduct" for US&R Task ForcesRecommended Training (post selection):Completion of ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding IncidentsSelected individuals will begin the training process immediately after selection, with required attendance in the FEMA Plans/TIS course in March of 2027.
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.