Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader

Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division, seeks a Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader in Douglas, Wyoming. Bring your knowledge, skills, and career with you to become a part of the Wyoming State Forestry Division.

This position is assigned to provide day-to-day leadership and management of crew members and programs. It is their responsibility to keep the unit supervisor informed of all aspects related to public safety and effective operations and program administration.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for directing and supervising 10-person wildland suppression module.
• Ensure that the module achieves assignments provided by the incident command organization.
• Manages module's schedule for fuels mitigation project work.
• Evaluates crew performance, during fire assignments, fuels mitigation project work, and yearly performance evaluations.
• Provide nationally recognized training to module to maintain currency and to promote module development.
• Maintain module experience and training records.
• Maintain equipment inventories and adequate supplies.
• Evaluates fire situations; determine suppression methods to use, deployment of module/crew, type of tools, and equipment to use and application of water.
• Directs firefighters in the use of a variety of specialized wildland fire tools and equipment; performing prescribed burning; leading the operation of a wildland fire engine or suppression efforts of a suppression module.
• May be responsible for estimating and reporting wildfire costs and administration of regional-level fire programs.

Preferences: Fireline qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of wildland fire management experience
• National Wildland Coordination Group (NWCG) PMS 310.1 qualifications; Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) or 5 (ICT5), Single Resource Boss [one of the following; Engine Boss (ENGB), or Crew Boss (CRWB)]

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of State of Wyoming, Office of State Lands and Investments procedures and guidelines.
• Knowledge of wildland fire management and forestry management methods, operation practices and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Fire Science or Forestry)

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire

Physical Working Conditions:

• Performs arduous physical activity for extended periods, and maintains required NWCG 310-1 physical fitness certification

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Working for the greatest state in the nation – Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.