Lead Wildland Firefighter - Interagency Hotshot Crew

United-States-Forest-Service; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Forest Service in Flagstaff, AZ seeks a first-line supervisor for an Interagency Hotshot Crew to lead highly effective wildland fire suppression and urban interface operations. The role requires coordinating teams under demanding conditions and ensuring readiness for emergency dispatch.

Applicants should demonstrate specialized experience in wildfire suppression leadership, and familiarity with NWCG standards is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized firefighting leadership experience.
• Experience leading hotshot or similar crew in challenging conditions.
• Knowledge of NWCG standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a hotshot crew on wildland fire incidents.
• Coordinate suppression resources and ensure safety procedures.
• Train personnel and maintain readiness for emergency dispatch.

Skills

Leadership

Fire suppression

Interagency collaboration

Job description

USDA Forest Service in Flagstaff, AZ seeks a first-line supervisor for an Interagency Hotshot Crew to lead highly effective wildland fire suppression and urban interface operations. The role requires coordinating teams under demanding conditions and ensuring readiness for emergency dispatch.

Applicants should demonstrate specialized experience in wildfire suppression leadership, and familiarity with NWCG standards is preferred.