Top 21 Wildland fire Jobs in Washington State

Wildland Fire Assistant Management Officer
State of Washington Dept. of Natural Resources —Klickitat County, WA
- $4,517 - $6,075 a month
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
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Firefighter (Entry Level)
City of Richland, WA —Richland, WA
- $7,105 - $9,227 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Ability to climb stairs
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Firefighter (Entry Level)
City of Richland —Richland, WA
- $7,105 - $9,227 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Ability to climb stairs
Volunteer Firefighter
City of College Place —College Place, WA
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Driving
- Entry level
Lateral Firefighter (EMT/Paramedic)
City of Richland, WA —Richland, WA
- $7,105 - $9,227 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Customer service
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Firefighter/Paramedic
City of Richland —Richland, WA
- $8,351 - $10,473 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Customer service
Wildland Engine Boss
Kalispel Tribe of Indians —Usk, WA
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Lateral Firefighter (EMT/Paramedic)
City of Richland —Richland, WA
- $7,105 - $10,473 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Customer service
GFAR FFT2
GLOBAL FLEET & AUTO REPAIR LLC —Spokane, WA
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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GLOBAL FLEET & AUTO REPAIR LLC —Spokane, WA
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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GFAR Engine Boss
GLOBAL FLEET & AUTO REPAIR LLC —Spokane, WA
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Firefighter (Paramedic)
City of Richland, WA —Richland, WA
- $8,351 - $10,473 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Customer service
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
GFAR Engine Boss
WORKFORCE SERVICES INC —Spokane, WA
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Forest Crew Supervisor -Correctional Facility
State of Washington Dept. of Natural Resources —Littlerock, WA
- $4,093 - $5,501 a month
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
Firefighter Paramedic
City of DuPont —DuPont, WA
- $32.16 - $42.89 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Inventory control
- PALS Certification
- Writing skills
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Forest Crew Supervisor -Correctional Facility
State of Washington —Littlerock, WA
- $4,300 - $5,779 a month
- Online Application
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Forestry Engineer Sr (TI-47270)
CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION —Washington State
- $39.86 - $46.20 an hour
- Data analysis skills
- 3 years
- Master's degree
Quick Apply
EMS South - Special Event Firefighter
Kalispel Tribe of Indians —Airway Heights, WA
- Seasonal
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
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Wright Tree Service —Seattle, WA
Other Preferred Requirements: (driver’s license, CDL, pesticide or herbicide license, CPR or first-aid certified). Collect crossing and site plan data.
$51.67 an hour
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Wildland Fire Assistant Management Officer

State of Washington Dept. of Natural Resources
Klickitat County, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,517 - $6,075 a month
1 day ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Contract review
Program management
Incident management
Team supervision
Program development
Operations coordination planning
Contract interpretation
Employee relationship building
Team development
Incident management operations support
Productivity software
Community relationship building
Team motivation (leadership skill)
General management
Operations planning
Team building

Full Job Description

Description

Klickitat Assistant Fire Management Officer (AFMO), Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMSpec)
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered

Salary: $4,517.00 - $6,075.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 7/14/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:
Preparedness

Under the guidance of the Unit Fire Management Officer (FMO), plans and implements training for seasonal crews and interagency cooperators. Instructs seasonal and permanent staff and private contractors as appropriate. Assists with developing the Unit’s annual preparedness review. Plans and provides drills and training exercises on a regular basis to the seasonal staff. Ensures safe working practices are followed and holds regular safety meetings and after-action reviews with the seasonal staff.

Wildfire Suppression

Assist with providing supervision and oversight for staff in fire suppression at the unit level. Protects human life and natural resources on department-protected lands while minimizing resource loss and fire costs. Suppression duties in the local unit can vary from acting as initial attack Incident Commander (IC), generating transition plans to incoming IC’s or teams, attending Agency Representative meetings, or drafting and inspecting turn-back standards. Establishes Unified Command and works cooperatively with other fire protection authorities when working on joint jurisdiction fires.
Works closely with other agencies and/or management teams in coordinating fire suppression activities adjacent to the district. Often required to work long, irregular hours on workdays, weekends, day or night. These duties may involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above average endurance and superior conditioning. Participates in statewide fire suppression activities.

Supervision

Supervises 2 Wildland Fire Management Supervisors, 2 Seasonal Engine Leads, and 6 Seasonal Firefighters in daily activities. This includes training, pre-suppression work projects, and fire regulatory duties.
Responsible for assigning and directing seasonal positions in their work activities.

Prescribed Fire, Community Resiliency, and Forest Health

Prescribed Fire Support – Leads and supervises crew to conduct site fuels and fire effects data collection, unit preparation, assist with burn plan writing, community outreach, and Rx burn implementation support to include firing, holding, burn boss, etc.
Community Resilience – Assist the Fire Management Officer and supervise crew to conduct home ignition zone assessments as part of Wildfire Ready Neighbors or independent requests from landowners and/or communities. In addition to Home Ignition Zone assessments, crew members may participate in community education days, plan and participate in community outreach and prevention events, and participate with local cooperators on community outreach projects.
Forest Health Treatment support – Leads and supervises crew to conduct non-commercial thinning and slash abatement, project layout, and compliance in coordination with State Lands and Landowner Assistance staff. Supports forest health project layout, tree marking, road brushing, and GPS data collection surveys. Assists with timber sales, layout, marking, forest cruising, and road maintenance.

Assists the Unit in delivering the Region’s Fire Regulation & Prevention Programs in the Fire Unit

Ensure the silvicultural burning program (RCW 76.04.205) (WAC 332-24-201, 205, 211, 221) is implemented in a fashion which establishes consistency with the Smoke Management Plan in the Fire Unit. Maximize opportunities for landowners to use pile burning as a safe and effective means of fuels reduction while minimizing smoke impacts and reducing unwanted fire incidents.
Assist in delivering and implementing the Region's prevention plan within the unit.Lead staff to actively engage with the public and landowners to deliver the Region's regulation and prevention message.
Effectively reduce unwanted and untimely ignitions of wildland fires through effective public education. Works with partnering agencies to develop and improve public awareness of Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPL) regulations, fire tool inspections, and fire danger ratings. Works with region staff to inspect and provide feedback or recommendations for approval or disapproval on IFPL Waiver Requests.

Performs other duties as assigned

May function as Fire Management Officer in Manager’s absence. May assist in performing tasks involving timber presale preparation as assigned by the timber sale unit, including general sale layout, road location, surveying, marking and cruising timber, prescribed fire, and fuels reduction. May participate in prescribed fire operations for the DNR or other agencies.
May function as one of the Unit Ordering Managers or the Receiving and Distribution Manager for Unit supplies and equipment. May assist in screening Federal Excess property for surplus fire equipment for fire districts and DNR.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

Certified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss and Incident Commander Type 5.
Supervisory experience, which may include fire line supervision.
Experience assisting higher-level fire program managers in developing and implementing operational plans.
Experience in interpreting agreements and contracts.
Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and PowerPoint.

Required Competencies:

Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best.
Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise, working together to solve problems, and putting team success first.
Accustomed to tailoring communication to the needs and preferences of others.
Maintains an open, approachable manner and treats others fairly and respectfully.
Preserves others' self-confidence and dignity, showing respect for their opinions.
Safely performs work at all times. Avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to self or others.
Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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