Wildland Hand Crew Lead & Fire Management Supervisor

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington's Department of Natural Resources, Southeast Region in Yakima, WA, invites applications for an Ahtanum-Hand Crew Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML). This full-time, permanent role supports a 20-person Initial Attack Handcrew and supervises up to six seasonal firefighters, ensuring readiness and safe operations.

Responsibilities include directing suppression operations, coordinating training, and guiding personnel decisions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.
• Certified as a National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter Type 1.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a squad of up to 6 firefighters on a 20-person Initial Attack Handcrew.
• Oversee suppression operations, preparedness, hiring, and training for seasonal staff.
• Lead home ignition zone assessments and community outreach as part of wildfire resilience efforts.

Skills

Wildland fire suppression

NWCG Firefighter Type 1

Job description

The State of Washington's Department of Natural Resources, Southeast Region in Yakima, WA, invites applications for an Ahtanum-Hand Crew Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML). This full-time, permanent role supports a 20-person Initial Attack Handcrew and supervises up to six seasonal firefighters, ensuring readiness and safe operations.

Responsibilities include directing suppression operations, coordinating training, and guiding personnel decisions.