Senior Wildland Firefighter & Crew Leader

South Dakota AG; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety seeks a Wildland Firefighter in Rapid City, SD. This full-time role involves directing firefighting activities, supervising crews, and ensuring safety during wildland incidents.

The position requires NWCG qualifications and a valid driver’s license, with a test of arduous capacity annually. Applicants must live within an hour of the Rapid City Crew Office and will work in demanding conditions, including extreme heat, smoke, and rough terrain, carrying equipment as

Qualifications

• Must live within one hour of Rapid City Crew Office.
• NWCG qualifications: FFT1, ICT5, FAL2.
• Current state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Direct firefighting activities and supervise multiple firefighters.
• Organize daily tasks, training, and safety procedures for crew.
• Respond to incidents and assist in crew readiness and planning.

Skills

Lead 10-person squad

Fire suppression

Fire mobilization

Chainsaw ops

Education

NWCG FFT1

NWCG ICT5

NWCG FAL2

Tools

Power tools

Job description

The Department of Public Safety seeks a Wildland Firefighter in Rapid City, SD. This full-time role involves directing firefighting activities, supervising crews, and ensuring safety during wildland incidents.

The position requires NWCG qualifications and a valid driver’s license, with a test of arduous capacity annually. Applicants must live within an hour of the Rapid City Crew Office and will work in demanding conditions, including extreme heat, smoke, and rough terrain, carrying equipment as