Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader 2026

State of Wyoming; Douglas (WY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Wyoming is seeking a Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader based in Douglas, Wyoming. This role involves leading a team of firefighters, ensuring safety and efficient wildfire suppression operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, at least 5 years of wildland fire management experience, and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include managing crew performance, evaluating fire situations, and providing necessary training. The position reinforces the importance of safety and effective operations in wildfire management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of wildland fire management experience preferred.
• Must possess national certification according to NWCG standards.
• Experience with fireline qualifications and leading firefighting operations.

Responsibilities

• Directing and supervising a wildland suppression module.
• Managing crew performance and schedule for fuels mitigation projects.
• Providing training to maintain certification and promote development.
• Evaluating fire situations and determining suppression methods.

Skills

Wildland fire management

Leadership

Training and evaluation

Equipment management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Fire Science or Forestry)

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division, seeks a Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader in Douglas, Wyoming. Bring your knowledge, skills, and career with you to become a part of the Wyoming State Forestry Division.

This position is assigned to provide day-to-day leadership and management of crew members and programs. It is their responsibility to keep the unit supervisor informed of all aspects related to public safety and effective operations and program administration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for directing and supervising a 10-person wildland suppression module.
• Ensure that the module achieves assignments provided by the incident command organization.
• Manages module’s schedule for fuels mitigation project work.
• Evaluates crew performance during fire assignments, fuels mitigation project work, and yearly performance evaluations.
• Provide nationally recognized training to module to maintain currency and to promote module development.
• Maintain module experience and training records.
• Maintain equipment inventories and adequate supplies.
• Evaluates fire situations; determine suppression methods to use, deployment of module/crew, type of tools and equipment, and application of water.
• Directs firefighters in the use of a variety of specialized wildland fire tools and equipment; performing prescribed burning; leading the operation of a wildland fire engine or suppression efforts of a suppression module.
• May be responsible for estimating and reporting wildfire costs and administration of regional-level fire programs.

PREFERENCES

• Fireline qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years of wildland fire management experience
• National Wildland Coordination Group (NWCG) PMS 310.1 qualifications; Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) or 5 (ICT5), Single Resource Boss [Engine Boss ENGB or Crew Boss CRWB]

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of State of Wyoming, Office of State Lands and Investments procedures and guidelines.
• Knowledge of wildland fire management and forestry management methods, operation practices and techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (typically in Fire Science or Forestry)

Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license
Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license
Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Performs arduous physical activity for extended periods, and maintains required NWCG 310-1 physical fitness certification

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

The information in this description is subject to change; refer to the applicable HR documentation for the most current version.