Wildland Fire Regulation & Prevention Lead Technician

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Natural Resources seeks an Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor, based in Deer Park, WA. The role focuses on regulating and preventing wildfires, issuing burn permits, and coordinating with NWCG resources to support suppression efforts.

The position requires NWCG qualifications and a bachelor’s degree in Fire Science/Natural Resources, plus two years of wildland fire experience.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in wildland fire management, natural resources, forestry, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise, working together to solve problems, and putting team success first.

Responsibilities

• Administer and approve burn permits.
• Interpret and apply fire regulations and NWCG restrictions.
• Conduct wildland fire investigations and fire suppression.
• Lead and/or instructor NWCG fire courses for wildland training.
• Lead and participate in wildland fire prevention activities.

Skills

Experience in wildland fire

NWCG Single Resource Boss

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science/Natural Resources

Two years of wildland firefighting experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Mapping

GPS technology

Job description

Washington Department of Natural Resources seeks an Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor, based in Deer Park, WA. The role focuses on regulating and preventing wildfires, issuing burn permits, and coordinating with NWCG resources to support suppression efforts.

The position requires NWCG qualifications and a bachelor’s degree in Fire Science/Natural Resources, plus two years of wildland fire experience.