Wildland Fire Training & Operations Lead

Conservation Maven; Colville, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks an Assistant Wildland Fire Management Officer to lead training for seasonal crews and interagency cooperators in Colville, WA. The role includes developing preparedness plans, conducting drills, and ensuring safety and compliance with NWCG standards.

The position requires NWCG qualifications, supervisory experience, and the ability to coordinate across agencies. Expect long and irregular hours, with potential for flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• NWCG qualifications required: Single Resource Boss; Incident Commander Type 5.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements wildland fire training for seasonal crews and cooperators.
• Develops and implements annual unit work plans and drills.
• Ensures safe working practices and tracks crew training.
• Assists in developing operations plans and staffing levels.
• Acts as Duty Officer and coordinates with other agencies.
• Supports suppression duties and incident command transitions as needed.
• Provides supervision and oversight for staff in fire suppression at unit level.

Skills

Single Resource Boss

Incident Commander Type 5

Supervisory experience

Team effectiveness

Employee empowerment

Organizational skills

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science or related field

Job description

Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks an Assistant Wildland Fire Management Officer to lead training for seasonal crews and interagency cooperators in Colville, WA. The role includes developing preparedness plans, conducting drills, and ensuring safety and compliance with NWCG standards.

The position requires NWCG qualifications, supervisory experience, and the ability to coordinate across agencies. Expect long and irregular hours, with potential for flexible work arrangements.