Responsibilities:
Perform assignments relating to wildland fire mitigation and suppression. Supervises module in hiring and management of the module including seasonal training and pre and post-fire season preparations.  Participates in cooperative group fire prevention and preparedness education activities and prescribed fire implementation. As a wildland firefighting module (crew) leader, supervises 5-19 wildland firefighters. Participates in statewide fire suppression activities.  Protects life, property, infrastructure, and natural resources from wildland and urban interface fires to minimize resource loss and fire costs while ensuring firefighter and public safety. Maintains all equipment in a state of fire-readiness. Supervises 3-5 permanent positions and up to 14 exempt firefighter positions in daily activities including training, fire preparedness, suppression, fire regulation enforcement, and burn permit activities.

Develops and implements a daily routine for the module and crew. Oversees and participates in the interviewing process for fire staff and makes recommendations on the hiring of new permanent or exempt firefighters. Responsible for training, scheduling work projects, reviewing time and activity reports, equipment mileage and maintenance logs, preparing performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary actions. Responsible for assigning and directing firefighter positions in their work activities. Assists with instruction of required NWCG 100 and 200 level training, LCES, refresher training, and Operator Safety Training to the public and contractors. Assists with wildland fire training to federal, state, county, city, and private industry personnel. Assists with TREX and other prescribed fire-focused training events. Assists with or leads in-house district training courses as assigned under the direction of the supervisor.

Required Qualifications: 

• Wildland fire suppression experience.
• Certified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss-Crew Boss.
• Experience in agreement and contract negotiations.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, and regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Ability to build a cohesive and skilled team.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Field and Office: The position’s assigned duty station is the work center. Work is performed in an office setting (30%) and alone in isolated unimproved natural areas within the unit (70%). Incumbents must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Requires travel (50%) to the field for project work, fires, or supervision, attend meetings or various trainings. Frequent overnight travel is required for trainings, meetings, and fire assignments
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

• A Bachelor’s Degree or associate degree in Fire Science, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field.
• Certified NWCG Incident Commander Type 4 and Task Force Leader.
• Commitment to continual learning and adaption to technology advances.
• Skills in evaluating others’ abilities, and assessing training needs.
• Facilitative skills to work with groups of people to solve issues.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). 
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.