Wildland Fire Management Lead — Hand Crew Squad Boss

Washington Department of Natural Resources; East Wenatchee (WA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Natural Resources in East Wenatchee, WA is hiring for East Wenatchee-Hand Crew Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML). This full-time, permanent represented position leads a 20-person Initial Attack Handcrew within the Southeast Region and supports wildland fire suppression, preparedness, and community resilience initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, field work, safety, and coordination with interagency partners, with partial telework flexibility and

Responsibilities

• Prescribed Fire Support – Leads crew to conduct site fuels and fire effects data collection, unit preparation, assist with burn plan writing, community outreach, and Rx burn implementation support to include firing, holding, burn boss, etc.
• Community Resilience - Leads crew to conduct home ignition zone assessments as part of Wildfire Ready Neighbors or independent requests from landowners and/or communities. In addition to Home Ignition Zone assessments, crew members may participate in community education days, plan and participate in community outreach and prevention events, and participate with local cooperators on community outreach projects.
• Forest Health Treatment – Leads crew to conduct non-commercial thinning and slash abatement, project layout, and compliance in coordination with State Lands and Landowner Assistance staff. Supports forest health project layout, tree marking, road brushing, and GPS data collection surveys. Assists with timber sales, layout, marking, forest cruising, and road maintenance.
• Wildfire Suppression – Provides direct Fireline supervision of the hand crew and supports initial/extended attack, mop-up, patrol, and rehabilitation while prioritizing firefighter and public safety.
• Preparedness – Plans and delivers training for seasonal staff, develops annual preparedness plans, and coordinates with interagency partners to ensure readiness and safety.
• Fire Training – Participates in interagency training classes and hands-on courses for wildland firefighting tactics, safety, and equipment operation.

Job description

Washington Department of Natural Resources in East Wenatchee, WA is hiring for East Wenatchee-Hand Crew Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML). This full-time, permanent represented position leads a 20-person Initial Attack Handcrew within the Southeast Region and supports wildland fire suppression, preparedness, and community resilience initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, field work, safety, and coordination with interagency partners, with partial telework flexibility and