• 544551

• PHOENIX

• DEPT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT

• Full-time

DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT

In partnership with local, county, state, and federal agencies, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) protects Arizona’s people by: providing coordination and resource response for the suppression and management of wildland fire; delivering education to aid in wildland fire prevention; providing integrated management strategies, technical assistance and information through various Department programs; collaborating in forest restoration projects; and ensuring fire and life safety through permitting, plan reviews and building inspections.

Utility Mitigation Assistant Program Manager

Job Location:

Address: 1110 W Washington St, Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $67,567-$70,000 Annually

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

The Utility Mitigation Assistant Program Manager supports the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) in wildfire mitigation planning requirements under ARS § 30-901 et seq., ARS § 37-1311, and ARS § 40-1301 et seq. as established in House Bill 2201. This position assists the Utility Mitigation Program Manager in overseeing the review, approval, and monitoring of wildfire mitigation plans submitted by public power entities and electric utilities. This position manages program activities, and facilitates collaboration with utilities, local, county, and tribal governments, state and federal partners, community organizations, and the public. The role blends technical knowledge with program coordination and stakeholder engagement to ensure plans are scientifically sound, meet statutory requirements, and reflect the public interest.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

• Program Coordination: Assist the Program Manager in coordinating the statewide wildfire mitigation plan review and approval program under HB 2201.Track timelines, deliverables, and compliance milestones (120-day review and 60-day decision windows). Support the development of workflows, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent review and monitoring.
• Utility and Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a point of contact for public power entities, electric utilities, attachors, and stakeholders. Support outreach efforts with local, county, and tribal governments, and coordinate feedback during plan reviews. Help organize workshops, targeted training sessions, and public engagement forums.
• Review and Analysis: Review wildfire mitigation plans to confirm statutory compliance. Provide recommendations and input to the Program Manager and State Forester.
• Interagency and Public Coordination: Support public notice and comment processes as required by HB 2201.Assist in planning and facilitating public meetings, including virtual participation options. Coordinate across state, local, county,tribal, and federal partners to ensure alignment of wildfire mitigation and risk reduction strategies.
• Program Development and Training: Assist in the development of training modules and workshops on wildfire risk modeling and mitigation planning. Build capacity among staff and stakeholders for consistent application of risk assessment tools and best practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support agency wildfire prevention and mitigation initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Wildland fire behavior, fuels, suppression strategies, and weather influences.
• Public power and electric utility infrastructure, operations, and wildfire risk reduction best practices.
• HB 2201 statutory requirements, Arizona wildfire management policies, and interagency agreements.
• Risk assessment and fire modeling tools (FSPro, STFB, WFDSS).
• Collaborat…