Wildland Fire Engine Supervisor

Engine Supervisor, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMS)

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered 
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered 
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,117.00 Monthly
 

Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will oversee their apparatus and personnel in suppression, preparedness, regulation, prevention, mitigation, education, and prescribed fire activities while taking direction and guidance from the Assistant Fire Management Officer. The South Fire unit encompasses diverse landscapes and complex fire management issues in which interagency coordination is essential. Individuals will be expected to provide critical leadership in initial and extended attack fire suppression situations. This position will challenge you with deadlines, dealing with internal, and external partners and other groups. Strong decision-making skills and a desire to take on responsibility are valued and encouraged. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the Fire Core Values of Duty, Respect, and Integrity. Bring your creativity, enthusiasm, and work ethic and join a team building for the future! 
 

• Using the Risk Management Process in high-pressure situations to make sound and timely decisions
• Commitment to safety and adherence to agency policies
• Making recommendations in regard to seasonal firefighter recruitment strategies and hiring
• Supervision of seasonal firefighters
• Serve in the Assistant Fire Management Officer role in their absence
• Communicating hazard risk assessments with members of the public and agency partners
• Serve as the face of the agency in interactions with the public regarding wildland fire and forest health
• Assist with instruction of NWCG courses
• Train and mentor firefighters both formally and informally
• Building strong working relationships with interagency partners
• Fostering teamwork
• Building rapport with the public
• Working in extreme outdoor conditions

Required Qualifications: 

• Experience in wildland fire suppression tactics and fire behavior recognition.
• Supervisory Experience.
• Fully qualified to the NWCG “Red Card” qualification of one or more single resource boss (SRB) qualifications: Crew Boss, or Engine Boss; OR ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to act promptly and use good judgment in emergencies.
• Knowledge and/or experience of:
  • DNR Burn Permit Regulations
  • Smoke Management
  • Regulatory Education
  • Fire Regulatory and Enforcement
  • Fire Prevention Programs
  • Fire Investigation
  • Fire Suppression
• Good writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with the public, sometimes under stressful conditions.