Senior Wildland Firefighting Supervisor

U.S. Department of the Interior; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Operations Technician) to lead aerial and ground fire suppression efforts in California. The role involves directing fireline activities, coordinating with dispatch, and providing safety oversight during initial and extended attack operations.

The position is open via Direct Hire Authority. Applicants must meet citizenship requirements and complete pre-employment examinations; telework is not available for

Responsibilities

• Oversees initial and extended attack fires and directs fireline activities and tactics of dispersed firefighters, resources, equipment, and aircraft.
• Coordinates with the Dispatch Office regarding current fire behavior, fire conditions, resource releases, and other logistics.
• Develops performance standards and evaluates subordinate performance.

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Wildland Fire Operations Technician) to lead aerial and ground fire suppression efforts in California. The role involves directing fireline activities, coordinating with dispatch, and providing safety oversight during initial and extended attack operations.

The position is open via Direct Hire Authority. Applicants must meet citizenship requirements and complete pre-employment examinations; telework is not available for