Wildland Fire Unit Manager — Lead Prevention & Suppression

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington's Department of Natural Resources seeks a Fire Management Officer in the Southeast Region, East Wenatchee. This full-time, permanent role supports wildland fire management services, collaborates across jurisdictions, and advances forest health strategies.

Salary ranges from $4,517 to $6,708 per month. The position includes a 3-24 month in-training plan with potential to become Wildland Fire Management Unit Manager. Travel and field work are required.

Qualifications

• Certified as NWCG Single Resource Boss and Incident Commander Type 5.
• Supervisory experience in wildfire operations.
• Experience in leases and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Chelan Fire Unit Fire Protection and Suppression Program.
• Preparedness: manage pre-suppression and interagency agreements.
• Supervision: oversees multiple Wildland Fire Management staff and seasonal fighters.
• Build and maintain interagency partnerships and communications.
• Lead fire regulation, prevention programs, and public education.
• Assist with Community Resilience planning and CWPP processes.
• Perform other duties; may act as Fire Operations District Manager.

Skills

NWCG Boss Certification

Supervisory experience

Leases and contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate + 2 years Fire/Natural Resource

Divison Group Supervisor / IC Type 3

RXB2 Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 2

Experience in other ICS sections

Commitment to continual learning

Training needs assessment skills

Facilitative group-work skills

Job description

The State of Washington's Department of Natural Resources seeks a Fire Management Officer in the Southeast Region, East Wenatchee. This full-time, permanent role supports wildland fire management services, collaborates across jurisdictions, and advances forest health strategies.

Salary ranges from $4,517 to $6,708 per month. The position includes a 3-24 month in-training plan with potential to become Wildland Fire Management Unit Manager. Travel and field work are required.