Wildland Fire Lead & Resource Tech — Assistant Fire Manager

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska in Fairbanks seeks a Wildland Forestry Technician 5 to lead fire management activities as Assistant Fire Management Officer. You will oversee preparedness, mitigation, prevention, and suppression with oversight of fuels, training, and EFF programs.

You will supervise 40+ staff, hire and train personnel, and coordinate with partners. This is a demanding, outdoor role requiring strong fitness and field readiness.

Qualifications

• Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System.
• ≥12 months of advanced level wildland fire fighting experience or equivalent.
• Alaska driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure initial attack resources are trained, equipped, and ready to respond to new wildland fire incidents.
• Direct initial attack response and serve as safety officer and duty officer for the local area.
• Provide supervision to 40+ full-time regular employees and oversee hiring, training, and evaluation.
• Attend planning meetings and coordinate with agency personnel, cooperators, and the public.

Skills

Fire Management

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Physical Strength and Agility

Job description

State of Alaska in Fairbanks seeks a Wildland Forestry Technician 5 to lead fire management activities as Assistant Fire Management Officer. You will oversee preparedness, mitigation, prevention, and suppression with oversight of fuels, training, and EFF programs.

You will supervise 40+ staff, hire and train personnel, and coordinate with partners. This is a demanding, outdoor role requiring strong fitness and field readiness.