Arcadia 20 - Crew Foreman, Natural Resource Operations Supervisor 1 (NROS1)

Arcadia 20 - Crew Foreman, Natural Resource Operations Supervisor 1 (NROS1) Recruitment #2026-11-A073 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE) Location: Northeast Region - Spokane, WA Salary: $4,633.00 - $6,229.00 Monthly Work Hour flexibility may be available and considered Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 11/09/2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Northeast Region as a Crew Foreman (Natural Resource Operations Supervisor 1) for our Arcadia 20 Transitional Handcrew within the Northeast Region. This position will assist with leading our handcrew, which is comprised of 5 permanent DNR employees and 18 transitional firefighters based out of Spokane County, WA. This position represents the Department and the Region when interacting with other Federal/Local/State agencies and must be capable of enhancing the solid working relationship the DNR has with these cooperating agencies. Additionally, this position must interact and coordinate with Region support and business staff. This collaboration occurs on a daily, ongoing basis and is an essential function of the position. In addition to suppression work, the handcrew supports DNR’s Forest Resiliency and Community Resiliency Programs in the form of fuel reduction projects and other projects as assigned. This position helps meet wildland fire suppression needs and associated activities supporting suppression efforts during the active fire season. The Arcadia 20 Transitional Handcrew is looking for an interactive team member who will be dedicated to creating a safe, positive environment and a cohesive team. The successful candidate will be a working component of the team, facilitating the success of multiple groups while enhancing personal and professional development, building trust, and optimizing everyone's performance potential. This person fills a large role in implementing the team leader's intent and empowering the actions of the team. Responsibilities Provide direct fireline supervision of the Forest Crew Supervisors (FCS) Squadbosses and transitional handcrew members, who respond to grass, brush, and forest fires and are available for district, region, statewide, and/or interagency dispatch. Provides interagency fire suppression activities for initial attack, extended attack, mop-up, patrol and rehabilitation. On initial attack fires, may perform ICS functions as Incident Commander Type 4 and 5 or other duties as needed. Plans and implements training for FCS Squadbosses and transitional crew members and may be asked to instruct/participate in DNR Fire Academies or other trainings. Prescribed Fire Support - Leads 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. Work in remote areas away from vehicles for long periods of time. Work in extremely rugged terrain. Travel for extended periods of time (for multiple weeks): outside of your home unit to assist on fires within the region to other regions and/or states for large fires. Directly supervises 3 permanent FCS Squadbosses and indirectly up to 18 transitional firefighters. Provides recommendations and assistance during the firefighter hiring process, including conducting firefighter interviews and onboarding. Builds strong team cohesion within the handcrew, on a day-to-day basis. Prepare for fire duty, maintain assigned equipment and vehicles for fire readiness. Ensure all required reports are complete and submitted by required dates. Forest Health Treatment - Leads 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. 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. Please clearly communicate in your application materials that your skills align with the position and qualifications. Required Qualifications Qualified as NWCG Firefighter Type 1 and Incident Commander Type 5. Experience supervising or leading wildland firefighting personnel. Required Competencies Written and verbal communication skills. 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. Creates a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best. Safely performs work at all times. Avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to self or others. Maintains an open, approachable manner and treats others fairly and respectfully. Preserves others' self-confidence and dignity, showing respect for their opinions and perspectives. 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, regulations, and public records retention, and ensure requests are followed. DNR Core Competencies: Personal Accountability Value Others Compassionate Communication Inspire Others Commitment to Excellence Special Requirements And Conditions Of Employment Work is performed in the office setting (20%) of the time, and unimproved natural areas of the state (80%). Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. The outside environment varies from hot, dry, heat-related illness-type conditions in summer, to cold, wet, hypothermic-type conditions closer to wintertime. Position requires travel between fires, work centers, proposed work sites, and ongoing supervisory tasks as well as meeting with partners and cooperators. This includes driving in snowy, icy conditions with poor to little visibility, to driving in conditions while surrounded by smoke and fire. This position requires both night and overnight travel as well as occasional extended travel. A current, valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). 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. Must annually pass the work capacity test at the arduous level as required by NWCG. Desired Qualifications NWCG Qualifications: Single Resource Boss - Crew Boss Incident Commander Type 4 or higher At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include: 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 includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit for more information. Additional Information This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days. Equal Opportunity Employer The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement And Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Sick Leave Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357‑58‑175, an employer may authorize a lump‑s­um accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357‑31‑165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Parental Leave Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 01-07-2026 Questions Please specify where you originally learned of this employment opportunity. 01 Please describe what interests you about the Department of Natural Resources. 02 Please describe what a work environment based on diversity, equity, inclusivity and belonging means to you. 03 Are you qualified as NWCG Firefighter Type 1 and Incident Commander Type 5? Yes No 04 Do you have experience supervising or leading wildland firefighting personnel? Yes No 05 Do you have a valid driver's license and at least two years of driving experience? Yes No 06 Do you currently require, or will you require in the future, employer sponsorship for a work visa? Please note that DNR does not use E-Verify and cannot extend STEM OPT. Yes No Required Question #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Washington