Wildfire and Forest Resilience Specialist, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMS)
Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,117.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 12/12/24. 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 an exciting opportunity within our South Puget Sound Region, Spillman Fire Unit, supporting the DNR Mission, through fire suppression and fire prevention technician work. This position works closely with the Spillman Assistant Unit Manager as a project lead developing informal fire training and establishing work projects; conducting hazard risk assessments at single residence and community level; and providing fire leadership as a Single Resource Boss, or Incident Commander Type 5 or 4 (as qualified). The position may be asked to support formal training for DNR staff or Fire District personnel. This position is expected to become qualified as an INVF2.

Responsibilities:
Community Wildfire Prevention & Preparedness
Perform assignments relating to wildland fire preparedness, such as: conducting hazard risk assessments at single residence and community level; coordinating and accomplishing Wildland Urban Interface mapping to include structure protection assessments and in/egress fire hazard assessments; working on fuels reduction assignments; performing reconnaissance on public lands relating to establishing/locating water points; helicopter landing zones, staging areas, base camps; and other logistical assignments designed for the preparation and management of wildland fires. 

Fire Suppression
Protects human life and resources on Department protected lands to minimize resource loss and fire costs caused by wildland and urban interface fires, while ensuring firefighter and public safety.

Supervision 
Under the direction of the Unit Manager, will provide supervision for wildland engines in the work unit in the absence of the Assistant Unit Manager (if managing local fires, on assignments out-of-region, or days off.  Position may be responsible for supervising 5 wildland fire engine crews, consisting of 5 Exempt Engine Leaders and at least 10 Seasonal Firefighters for fire pre-suppression and suppression.  An engine crew is made up of one exempt Engine Driver and up to 2-3 Forest Firefighters.

Fire Training
Assists with fire training for region and district personnel and assists with the Washington State Interagency Fire Academies and other various Interagency/DNR trainings.

Fire Regulation
Responsible for review and approval of all burn permits for the assigned geographic area of the SPS Region to include a full range of burn permit requests, those with more complexity, potential for escape, and smoke impact on communities.

Performs other work as assigned

Required Qualifications: 

• Fully qualified to the NWCG “Red Card” qualification of one or more single resource boss (SRB) qualifications: Heavy Equipment Boss, Firing Boss, Crew Boss, Helicopter Boss, Felling Boss, or Engine Boss.
• Experience supervising or leading wildland firefighting personnel.
• Knowledge and/or experience of:
  • DNR Burn Permit Regulations
  • Smoke Management
  • Regulatory Education
  • Fire Regulatory and Enforcement
  • Fire Prevention Programs
  • Fire Investigations
  • Fire Suppression
• Good writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Global Positioning Systems.
• Ability to work with the public, sometimes under stressful conditions.
• Ability to act promptly and use good judgment in emergencies.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.