S-261

Dates of Training:

Location:

Lead Instructor: Dana Reid
Course Coordinator: Doug Simler 541-278-3913
Nominations Due: May 1, 2012
To submit nomination: Use NWCG nomination form, send to dsimler@fs.fed.us (e-mail is preferred)
FAX: 541-278-3750

COURSE DESCRIPTION - This is an instructor led course designed for entry-level finance positions. The format is a mix of exercises, facilitated group discussions, and lecture supported by PowerPoint presentations. Students work directly from the Interagency Incident Business Management Handbook for most of the exercises. S-261 is designed to be taken after completion of S-260, Interagency Incident Business Management.

COURSE OBJECTIVES - At the successful completion of this course, students will describe roles and responsibilities, and demonstrate proficiency in the skills/knowledge required to perform the tasks of the following positions:

• Commissary Manager (CMSY)
• Equipment Time Recorder (EQTR)
• Compensation for Injury Specialist (INJR)
• Claims Specialist (CLMS)
• Personnel Time Recorder (PTRC)

TARGET GROUP - Personnel desiring to be qualified as one or more of the financial positions: commissary manager (CMSY), equipment time recorder (EQTR), compensation for injury specialist (INJR), claims specialist (CLMS), or personnel time recorder (PTRC).