Wildland Firefighter Lead – Suppression Module

U.S. Department of the Interior; Miles City (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Wildland Firefighter (Suppression Module Squad Leader) to lead a small crew in wildfire suppression in Miles City, Montana. The role emphasizes safety, fire behavior, and tactical operations on fires, at the GW-07 full performance level.

The position involves directing suppression efforts, ensuring crew readiness, and applying training to support initial attack and fire management strategies in challenging field conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Directs the work of a small crew of firefighters in building firelines, burnout, mopping up, and patrolling firelines.
• Applies an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area, weather, fuels, and training in fire management.
• Directs assigned suppression operations and recommends and implements tactical strategies on fires.
• Ensures assigned crew members and equipment are in a state of readiness for assignments or initial attack.
• Duties listed are at the GW-07 full performance level.

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Wildland Firefighter (Suppression Module Squad Leader) to lead a small crew in wildfire suppression in Miles City, Montana. The role emphasizes safety, fire behavior, and tactical operations on fires, at the GW-07 full performance level.

The position involves directing suppression efforts, ensuring crew readiness, and applying training to support initial attack and fire management strategies in challenging field conditions.