Wildland Firefighter: Protect Tribal Lands

Tolowa; Smith River (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Department of Public Safety seeks a full-time Firefighter to perform wildland fire suppression, prescribed burns, and training exercises. You will deploy hoses, operate tools, and support engine maintenance while protecting tribal lands and cultural sites.

Candidates must complete firefighter training and ICS/NIMS certifications, obtain First Aid/CPR within 90 days, and hold a CA/OR driver’s license with tribal insurability. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Basic firefighter training and ICS/NIMS certifications.
• Must obtain First Aid & CPR within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license for CA or OR and insurability on tribal policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting duties on wildland fires, prescribed burns, and drills.
• Assist with engine fleet inspections and maintenance to keep equipment mission-ready.
• Implement prescribed cultural burns to protect ecological health and cultural sites.
• Utilize water delivery systems and hand tools for suppression and attack.
• Maintain incident documentation and reports; ensure safety zones and LCES compliance.

Skills

Oral communication

Inventory management

Incident documentation

Time management

Problem solving

Staying calm under pressure

Education

Firefighter Training (S-130)

ICS (ICS-100)

Human Factors in Wildland Fire Service (L-180)

Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)

NIMS: An Introduction (IS700)

Tools

Interagency radio protocols

Job description

Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Department of Public Safety seeks a full-time Firefighter to perform wildland fire suppression, prescribed burns, and training exercises. You will deploy hoses, operate tools, and support engine maintenance while protecting tribal lands and cultural sites.

Candidates must complete firefighter training and ICS/NIMS certifications, obtain First Aid/CPR within 90 days, and hold a CA/OR driver’s license with tribal insurability. Travel may be required.