Wildland Fire Captain — Incident Commander

State of Oregon; Redmond, Powell Butte (OR, OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Officer position with the State of Oregon Military Department is based at the BIAK training center in Powell Butte, Oregon. It requires leadership of fire suppression crews, incident command on incidents, and enforcing fire prevention statutes while maintaining engine readiness and safety compliance.

Applicants may be assigned to varying shifts and must meet physical fitness requirements, possess a valid license, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Forest Officer role requires 4 seasons in wildland fire suppression or a forestry degree with 1 season of wildland fire suppression.
• Must pass the Work Capacity Test at the arduous level.
• Applicants must be 18+ and possess a valid driver's license at hire.
• Work experience should clearly describe relevant experience as listed in the qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to assigned fire suppression specialists on a daily basis.
• Serve as an Incident Commander and function at higher IC levels on complex incidents.
• Administer and enforce Oregon’s fire prevention statutes and rules.
• Operate a fire engine and ensure engine/crew readiness.
• Coordinate and perform physical labor to suppress and extinguish wildfires and perform maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Incident Command

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field

Job description

The Forest Officer position with the State of Oregon Military Department is based at the BIAK training center in Powell Butte, Oregon. It requires leadership of fire suppression crews, incident command on incidents, and enforcing fire prevention statutes while maintaining engine readiness and safety compliance.

Applicants may be assigned to varying shifts and must meet physical fitness requirements, possess a valid license, and pass background checks.