Friday, February 25, 2011

Voluntary Leave Transfer Program

As most of you know, one of our Smokejumper pilots was diagnosed with esophagial cancer in late December. Currently he is receiving chemo and radiation treatments and may need surgury. He has exhusted all of his leave. If you would like to donate any leave please call Operations for more information.
Thanks

Hiring: GS-7 and GS-7/8

A committee was formed to review applications and make recommendations for the GS-7 and GS-7/8 Smkj positions. The plan is to fill a minimum of one 7 and one 7/8 spotter position.

This committee was made up of 3 Foreman, 2 Assistant Foreman, 1 GS-6, 1 rep from Aviation and 1 AFMO. Their recommendations were turned into the Acting Base Mgr and Assistant Base Mgr for review and then sent on to HR at the ABQ Service Center.


ABQ will process and make job offers.

In the event there is more movement we plan to outreach these positions again as soon as possible so keep your application updated and certified.

A committee is currently working on GS-6 smkj positions. Standby.

Monday, February 14, 2011

New Baby Girl!

Derek & Beth Harbour are happy to welcome a baby girl!

Sopie Kimber Harbour was born on February 14th.
7 lbs 15 oz. 20 1/4 inches

Spring Newsletter

Follow the link to read all about the Spring happenings at the Base.

This will also be a link listed on the right. Please reference at will.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Get your physicals!

You cannot do the units or PT Test at refresher until it is complete, so don't wait!

Follow these steps.
1. Call Margarita at 406-329-4944 to tell her where you are planning to get your physical. (You can get up to $105 towards one at the physician of your choice or call Occupational Health 406-329-5746.)
2. Get the required paperwork from Margarita.
3. Get your physical. Ensure that it is properly signed.
4. Return Paperwork to Margarita.

Kettlehouse Gathering Feb. 16

Join all your friends and coworkers at the Kettlehouse North for the 2nd Annual Missoula Smokejumper Welfare Fund Community Unite Fundraising Night. It will be held February 16th from 5pm to 8pm.

Spread the word and we look forward to seeing you there!