Fire Operations Specialist - Training 2026

State of Wyoming; Pinedale (WY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement – Pension and 457B plans

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a Wildland Fire Trainer in Pinedale or Kemmerer to develop, deliver, and evaluate training in fire operations. Responsibilities include preparing training plans, scheduling classes, and collaborating with various agencies to enhance fire prevention efforts. Candidates should hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and ideally possess knowledge of wildland firefighting qualifications.

Working with the State of Wyoming provides competitive health benefits, retirement plans, and opportunities for meaningful work that impacts the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the Incident Qualification System and knowledge of NWCG regulations.
• Ability to develop training programs and evaluations effectively.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate training programs and materials.
• Maintain education files and required reports.
• Assist in fire management team duties and statewide efforts.

Skills

Incident Qualification System (IQS)

Knowledge of wildland firefighter qualifications

Strong time management

Attention to detail

Fire operations knowledge

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Education, or Fire Science

Job description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division, seeks a Wildland Fire Trainer in Pinedale or Kemmerer, Wyoming. The Fire Operations Specialist will work under the direction of the Regional Fire Manager. The position will design, deliver, and evaluate complex training. They prepare training plans, course curriculum, lesson plans, training scripts, student handouts, course material, and a wide variety of audiovisual materials. The individuals in these positions may have input into setting a budget. Work involves the planning and implementation of strategies, plans, and activities that may include fire prevention, public education, fire information, fire risk mitigation assistance and coordination, fire suppression, fire investigation, and trespass.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement – Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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Essential Functions

• Assists with the development of strategies to develop program training & evaluation goals, objectives, and action plans.
• Reviews and evaluates a variety of commercial training resources in order to determine their suitability for use in state training programs.
• Prepares and explains course lesson plans, and updates and revises existing lesson plans.
• Develops brochures, transparencies, and other audio/visual aids for training.
• Schedules classes, curricula and reviews results of training for employees.
• Writes training announcements and program summaries.
• Responsible for the creation and implementation of learning objectives and the development of testing processes, in both practical and written form.
• Maintains education files and required reports, following departmental regulations.
• Participates and assists with other Fire Management Team duties. Duties may include: assistance with state fire suppression resources, fire suppression/management, and dispatch.
• Provides for and cooperates with Federal and State agencies, counties, fire districts, and municipal governments in statewide fire prevention, wildland-urban interface issues, and fire suppression/management efforts.

Qualifications

Preferences may be given to candidates with experience working with the Incident Qualification System (IQS) or other databases, knowledge of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) regulations pertaining to wildland firefighter qualifications and approved courses, knowledge of Wyoming State regulations, strong time management, great attention to detail, organization skills, knowledge of fire operations, Incident Command Systems, aviation operations, and dispatch operations.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of training needs assessments, instructional design, and distributive learning methodology.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the work system acquired on the job.
• Knowledge of appropriate methods and materials to accomplish training objectives.
• Knowledge of distance learning, multi-media instructional methods, and curriculum development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (typically; Forestry, Education, or Fire Science).
• Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction).
• OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Instructor I.
• Possesses and maintains a valid state driver’s license.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Perform arduous physical activity for extended periods, and maintain required NWCG 310-1 physical fitness certification.
• Must achieve and maintain national certification (NWCG 310-1) for a minimum of Single Resource Boss.
• This position participates in the State Firefighter (FF) Pension Plan within the Wyoming Retirement System.
• This position also qualifies for Hazard Pay when assigned to uncontrolled wildfires, and paid time off after 14 consecutive days on wildland fire assignments.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.