Statewide Fire Aviation Program Lead

IdahoPTV; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Idaho Department of Lands is seeking a Lands Program Manager – Fire Aviation for the Coeur d’Alene Staff Office. This full-time role provides leadership for statewide aviation programs, aligning with the department’s mission and values while coordinating budget, contracts and operations with multiple partners.

Responsibilities include contract administration, aircraft availability, and coordination with the Fire Program and duty officers, ensuring compliance with FAA/NWCG standards and

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing program issues and writing reports.
• Developing programs with goals, budgets and evaluation of results.
• Collaborating with diverse groups to gain support for a program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Aviation Section Manager on budget, assets, and contracts.
• Manage aviation contracts including drafting, modifications and extensions.
• Coordinate aircraft availability and operations with partners and contractors.
• Support invoicing, maintenance scheduling, and contract compliance.

Skills

Aviation operations knowledge

Contract administration

Budget coordination

Interagency coordination

Job description

The Idaho Department of Lands is seeking a Lands Program Manager – Fire Aviation for the Coeur d’Alene Staff Office. This full-time role provides leadership for statewide aviation programs, aligning with the department’s mission and values while coordinating budget, contracts and operations with multiple partners.

Responsibilities include contract administration, aircraft availability, and coordination with the Fire Program and duty officers, ensuring compliance with FAA/NWCG standards and