Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMSup)

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington (Washington County); Sur place; USD 47 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Washington Department of Natural Resources seeks an Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor, based in Deer Park, WA. The role focuses on regulating and preventing wildfires, issuing burn permits, and coordinating with NWCG resources to support suppression efforts.

The position requires NWCG qualifications and a bachelor’s degree in Fire Science/Natural Resources, plus two years of wildland fire experience.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in wildland fire management, natural resources, forestry, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise, working together to solve problems, and putting team success first.

Responsabilités

• Administer and approve burn permits.
• Interpret and apply fire regulations and NWCG restrictions.
• Conduct wildland fire investigations and fire suppression.
• Lead and/or instructor NWCG fire courses for wildland training.
• Lead and participate in wildland fire prevention activities.

Connaissances

Experience in wildland fire

NWCG Single Resource Boss

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science/Natural Resources

Two years of wildland firefighting experience

Outils

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Mapping

GPS technology

Description du poste

Description

Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMSup) Recruitment #2026-10-4458 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WPEA) Location: Northeast Region- Deer Park, WA Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $4,201.00 - $5,642.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/29/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Northeast Region as our Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMSup). This position is based out of Deer Park, WA. The district consists of diverse fuel types that range from agriculture/shrub, steppe/dry ponderosa pine to hemlock/subalpine fir forests. The Arcadia District is responsible for wildfire suppression, prevention, and regulation on all or parts of four counties (Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, and Lincoln), including one hundred thousand acres of state trust land. The Arcadia District conducts suppression actions on approximately 375 fire starts annually, processes approximately 400 burn permit requests, and provides training courses to our local cooperators. A large part of the Arcadia District is located in the Wildland Urban Interface of the greater Spokane area. Interagency cooperation occurs on the majority of the wildland fires and in most fire training courses in the Arcadia District. Interagency cooperation includes working with local fire districts, state and federal partners, and is a key function of the position.

Duties

Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Assistant Fire Management Officer for Regulation, the Regulation & Prevention Technician position has great influence on the quality, image, and message delivered to the general public of Washington State. This position works closely with stakeholders and other agencies, and plays a leadership role in fire suppression activities. The majority of the duties will include administering and approving burn permits, interpreting/applying fire regulations and IFPL restrictions, conducting wildland fire investigations, and fire suppression. This position will act as a Wildland Fire Investigator regularly. The Regulation & Prevention Technician works closely with fire suppression resources to suppress and prevent the spread of wildland fire. Other duties will include but are not limited to being a lead and/or unit instructor for NWCG fire courses for wildland fire training as well as leading and participating in wildland fire prevention activities. The Arcadia District is a fast-paced and complex work environment that requires an individual who will work within the team goals and dynamics to be successful.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Two years' experience in wildland fire management, natural resource, forestry, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).

Required Competencies:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise, working together to solve problems, and putting team success first.
• Accustomed to tailoring communication to the needs and preferences of others.
• Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best.
• Safely performs work at all times. Avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to self or others.
• Maintains an open, approachable manner and treats others fairly and respectfully.
• Preserves others' self-confidence and dignity, showing respect for their opinions and perspectives.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention, and ensure requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Must pass work capacity test annually at the arduous level as required by NWCG.
• The assigned duty station is the Deer Park work center. Work is performed in an office setting (75%) and alone in isolated unimproved natural areas within the unit (25%). Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. These duties may involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above average endurance and superior conditioning.
• This position will be assigned an agency vehicle. Position requires significant driving and field visits within the assigned area.
• A current, valid driver's license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Desired Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a Fire Science, Natural Resources, or related field with two years of wildland firefighting experience and one year of experience supervising wildland firefighters.
• NWCG Qualifications:
  • 2 NWCG Single Resource Boss qualifications (1 must either be Engine Boss or Crew Boss)
  • NWCG Incident Commander Type 4
  • NWCG Wildland Fire Investigator
• Skilled in supervision, leadership, and management of people.
• Experience in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, mapping, and Global Positioning technology.

At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at [e-mail].

Questions? Please contact Tommy Matsuda at [e-mail]/509-710-8126 or email us at [e-mail].

Additional Information

This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

DNR does not use E-Verify; therefore, we cannot hire or extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Visas. For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran's preference, please attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or a USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please black out all PII (personally identifiable information) data, such as Social Security numbers. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

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