Fire Mitigation Specialist
Salt River Project
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Fire Mitigation Specialist
Phoenix, AZ, US
Requisition ID: 20199
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
The Fire Mitigation Specialist is responsible for executing wildfire mitigation strategies and programs aligned with the organization’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP). This includes implementing comprehensive fire mitigation initiatives and supporting emergency response efforts.
The role serves as a key liaison between the organization and external agencies, contributing to wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities. Additionally, the position integrates fire mitigation strategies into utility operations and infrastructure protection, while collaborating with land management agencies to strengthen wildfire resilience across SRP’s water and power service territories.
What You'll Do
Wildfire Operations
- Provide 24/7 emergency utility response support during wildfire events while serving as the primary point of contact during fire incidents.
- Coordinate wildfire response strategies and field operations.
- Coordinate with land management agencies on prescribed burns and protection projects.
- Develop and deliver wildfire preparedness training programs.
- Conduct wildfire risk assessments and integrate mitigation into water and power operations ..
- Serve as a liaison with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies while maintaining strong partnerships with internal and external first responders and stakeholders.
Wildfire Analytics
- Analyze wildfire risk data and develop mitigation strategies.
- Maintain high fire-risk asset lists and system maps.
Lead development and execution of policies and procedures determined by the Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP). - Engage with internal and external stakeholders to present and discuss the SRP fire mitigation program, including briefings with senior leadership, internal departments, community and industry representatives.
- Enhance wildfire mitigation efforts by supporting fire behavior modeling, AI camera monitoring, and climatology, by helping design, coordinate, and implement strategic initiatives.
- Lead the planning and facilitation of annual internal and external stakeholder meetings to assess mitigation strategies, address program challenges, and guide cross-functional business planning across Transmission, Distribution, Water Operations, Engineering, GIS, and Risk Management.
Education
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required.
- In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.
Additional Requirements and Qualifications
- On-call and emergency response availability.
- A valid driver’s license required.
- Field and office work in potentially hazardous environments.
- Experience working in remote outdoor environments
- Knowledge of utility operations and infrastructure
- GIS and GPS proficiency.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
