Wildland Fire Administration Specialist

State of Colorado; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness program

Discounts via BenefitHub

Health Savings Account

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (PERA)

Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a professional to fill an Administrator III role within the Colorado Department of Public Safety. The position supports WFMS administrative programs, provides coordination for districts and units, and drives process improvements across administrative functions.

The role requires strong experience in government administration, budget and procurement, and HR processes, with NWCG qualifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in administrative, business, or program management, including development, implementation, or oversight of administrative processes and systems.
• OR a combination of related education and relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to six (6) years.
• Preferred qualifications include multi-year experience in program management, financial administration, contracts, grants, procurement, HR, or incident business management.

Responsibilities

• Program Administration & Technical Support: independently administers and serves as a technical resource in assigned WFMS administrative program areas.
• Work Unit Administration & Operational Support: provides administrative coordination and guidance to districts, branches, units, and overhead.
• Training, Process Improvement & Administrative Continuity: develops training, guidance materials, and suggests process improvements for administrative operations.
• This role may support wildfire incident management activities and cross-train in related administrative functions.

Skills

Six years experience

Education

Education + experience mix

Tools

NWCG qualifications

Job description

The State of Colorado is seeking a professional to fill an Administrator III role within the Colorado Department of Public Safety. The position supports WFMS administrative programs, provides coordination for districts and units, and drives process improvements across administrative functions.

The role requires strong experience in government administration, budget and procurement, and HR processes, with NWCG qualifications preferred.