Wildland Fire Management Lead — Crew Boss

State-of-Washington-Dept.-of-Natural-Resource; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks a Ahtanum-Hand Crew Squad Boss, WFML in Yakima, WA. The role combines leadership of wildland fire suppression resources with training, planning, and community outreach responsibilities.

Expect extensive fieldwork and travel with a focus on safety and interagency collaboration. Required NWCG Firefighter Type 1 certification and knowledge of fire suppression tactics are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.
• Certified as a NWCG Firefighter Type 1.
• Ability to supervise a crew and coordinate suppression activities.
• Experience with interagency training and field operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and oversight for resources during fire suppression activities.
• Lead and coordinate training, fire behavior recognition, and equipment use.
• Direct prescribed fire support, burn planning, and Rx burn implementation.
• Conduct home ignition zone assessments and community outreach when needed.
• Support forest health projects and timber-related activities as assigned.

Skills

Wildland fire tactics

NWCG Firefighter Type 1

Education

Fire Science / Natural Resource degree

Job description

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks a Ahtanum-Hand Crew Squad Boss, WFML in Yakima, WA. The role combines leadership of wildland fire suppression resources with training, planning, and community outreach responsibilities.

Expect extensive fieldwork and travel with a focus on safety and interagency collaboration. Required NWCG Firefighter Type 1 certification and knowledge of fire suppression tactics are essential.