Prescribed Fire and Wildfire Coordinator, Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1 (WFPC1)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $5,241.00 - $7,043.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/19/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has two exciting opportunities within our Wildland Fire Management Division as Prescribed Fire and Wildfire Coordinators.

Do you enjoy the challenge of Wildland Fire Management? Do you see yourself as an expert collaborator working across forests, regional, and different agency boundaries to effectively prepare for and respond to WA state’s wildland fire problem? DNR is looking for bright, quick-thinking wildfire practitioners to fill the role of Prescribed (RX) Fire and Wildfire Coordinator to branch across the north and south portions of the state.

Responsibilities:
The Prescribed (RX) Fire and Wildfire Coordinator works under the supervision of the Fire Operations Specialist and has the primary role of leading the coordination and implementation of prescribed fire activities within their assigned Branch. This work includes the coordination and tracking of broadcast and pile-burning projects. They will also assist in the planning and implementation of other wildland fire operations tasks. In addition to prescribed fire, specific operational program duties will be focused primarily on Hand Crew, Engine Crews, and Heavy Equipment operations. This position has primary geographic responsibility within their assigned “Branch” across WA state (North or South Branch). They will work very closely with regional fire and land managers to ensure safe and effective prescribed fire implementation occurs and will also assist in fire preparedness and suppression activities.

Required Qualifications: 

• Four years' successful experience in a Wildland Fire Program Management support position;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG qualified Task Force Leader.
• Proficiency in computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets, and ability to develop complex documents in support of the program objectives. 
• Ability to work through complex situations with internal and external cooperators to minimize conflict and maintain good customer relationships. 
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks concurrently, handle interruptions appropriately, return to incomplete tasks, and demonstrate cooperation and mutual respect.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.