Wildland Fire Planner & Field Operations Lead

U.S. Department of the Interior; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior's Direct-Hire opportunity is for a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Management Planning) with leadership in fire planning. Location is negotiable after selection and duties require reporting to a DOI office within the United States.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, interagency collaboration, and development of Fire Management Plans, with policy guidance and technical input to meet land management goals.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or National status required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized guidance, leadership, coordination, and program direction in wildland fire planning.
• Lead strategic fire management planning, assessments (e.g., risk, prevention), and Fire Management Plan (FMP) development.
• Offer technical advice on policy, direction, and objectives for wildland fire activities.

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior's Direct-Hire opportunity is for a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Management Planning) with leadership in fire planning. Location is negotiable after selection and duties require reporting to a DOI office within the United States.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, interagency collaboration, and development of Fire Management Plans, with policy guidance and technical input to meet land management goals.