Field Operations Battalion Supervisor

Wildfire Defense Systems; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildfire Defense Systems in Visalia, CA seeks a Battalion Supervisor to lead admin and field operations, ensuring readiness, personnel oversight, and resource management. The role emphasizes scheduling, reporting, and coordination with incident response teams across multiple sites.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of leadership in high-tempo environments, knowledge of ICS/NIMS, and strong communication skills to maintain safety and mission alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Emergency/Incident Management, or Logistics.
• Minimum five years of leadership in large teams in dynamic environments.
• Proven ICS and NIMS knowledge with incident management experience.
• Strong integrity, judgment, and culture-building across dispersed teams.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills in high demand contexts.

Responsibilities

• Administrative leadership for field services, coordinating personnel and daily workflows.
• Budgeting, scheduling, timekeeping, and performance tracking for staff.
• Oversee field resources, vehicles, inventory, and incident documentation.
• Coordinate with IMT/ICP, maintain COP, and ensure safety compliance.

Job description

Wildfire Defense Systems in Visalia, CA seeks a Battalion Supervisor to lead admin and field operations, ensuring readiness, personnel oversight, and resource management. The role emphasizes scheduling, reporting, and coordination with incident response teams across multiple sites.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of leadership in high-tempo environments, knowledge of ICS/NIMS, and strong communication skills to maintain safety and mission alignment.