Air Operations Coordinator – Wildland Fire & Aviation

Latino Outdoors; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking an Air Operations Support Coordinator within the Wildland Fire Program to oversee aviation support functions, procurement, and contract management across statewide operations.

The role involves extensive liaison with dispatchers and partners, managing inventories, and coordinating with financial and training units to ensure compliant and efficient aviation operations.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask efficiently.
• Competency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Commitment to DEI and environmental justice.
• Adheres to laws, regulations, and public records retention.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with dispatchers, vendors, aircraft managers, cooperators, and partners regarding Air Operations Support.
• Assist Aviation Program Coordinators and Program Managers as needed by Aviation ADM.
• Serve as Primary purchasing Officer for Air Support requests from Aviation Program Managers.
• Provide and confirm program managers’ inventory annually.
• Handle Aircraft contract billing, invoices, and orders and deliver to responsible managers.
• Coordinate with DNR Financial Staff, Federal Contract Officers, and regional finance sections.
• Assist with technical aircraft specifications, procurement, and rating of Aircraft.
• Develop statewide aircraft employment plan, provide cost/stats, and evaluate vendors.
• Coordinate with WFMD Training Section to ensure IQS system carding for Aviation staff.
• Collaborate with Aerial Intelligence Manager to provide intel for briefing and reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

DEI commitment

Public records retention

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Aviation Operations

Associate’s degree or higher in Aviation Safety

Associate’s degree or higher in Office Management

Associate’s degree or higher in Finance

Job description

Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking an Air Operations Support Coordinator within the Wildland Fire Program to oversee aviation support functions, procurement, and contract management across statewide operations.

The role involves extensive liaison with dispatchers and partners, managing inventories, and coordinating with financial and training units to ensure compliant and efficient aviation operations.