Wildland Fire Lead – Kulshan Module Squad Boss

State of Washington; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 511,000 - 682,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington — Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Northwest Region in Bellingham seeks a Kulshan Module Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead. This full‑time, permanent role directs wildland fire suppression, fuels management, preparedness, and training for seasonal crews and interagency partners.

The position requires travel, NWCG Firefighter Type 1 certification, and the ability to lead high‑risk operations. Salary is $3,827.00–$5,111.00 monthly with partial telework options.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.
• Certified as NWCG Firefighter Type 1.

Responsibilities

• Protect lives, resources, and property during wildland and urban interface fires; supervise hand crew members.
• Coordinate interagency fire suppression for initial and extended attack and related tasks.
• Fieldwork requiring high endurance; coordinate with other fire protection authorities.
• May serve with other suppression resources/modules as needed and review initial incident reports.

Skills

Wildland fire tactics

NWCG Firefighter Type 1

Job description

State of Washington — Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Northwest Region in Bellingham seeks a Kulshan Module Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead. This full‑time, permanent role directs wildland fire suppression, fuels management, preparedness, and training for seasonal crews and interagency partners.

The position requires travel, NWCG Firefighter Type 1 certification, and the ability to lead high‑risk operations. Salary is $3,827.00–$5,111.00 monthly with partial telework options.