Fire Management Officer (FMO), Wildland Fire Mgmt Unit Mgr (WFMUM)/WFM Specialist In-Training

State of Washington•Douglas County - East Wenatchee, WA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within Southeast Region as Chelan Fire Unit Fire Management Officer (FMO). This position supports the agency mission by providing wildland fire management services to, and on behalf of, the public. This critical service protects public resources, natural resources, and public safety. Working collaboratively across jurisdictional boundaries and with engaged communities, we safeguard what we value. All of Washington is adapted and prepared, and our landscapes are healthy and resilient. We prevent wildland fire, use fire where allowable, and safely suppress unwanted fire. Washington’s forested landscapes are in an ecologically functioning and resilient condition and meet the economic and social needs of present and future generations. This position serves several important roles for the agency, providing support for the Wildland Fire Protection Strategy and the Forest Health Strategic Plan for EWA. The position helps meet wildland fire suppression needs and associated activities supporting suppression efforts during the active fire season. Additionally, the Chelan Fire Unit Wildland Fire Management Unit Manager Position plays a key role in meeting the state’s forest health deliverables, primarily in support of the 20-year Forest Health Strategy.

Requirements

Certified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss and Incident Commander Type 5.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in leases and contract negotiations.
Wildland fire management experience.
Minimum qualification at Task Force Leader / Strike Team Leader and Incident Commander Type 4 or higher.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Experience in leases and contract negotiations.
Experience as a successful leader and a contributing team player within a defined work group.
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.
A current, valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
Must pass a work capacity test at the arduous level required by current red card qualifications.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree or associate degree with two years of experience in Fire Science, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field.
Division Group Supervisor and Incident Commander Type 3 (or higher) National Wildfire Coordinating Group qualifications.
Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 2 (RXB2).
Experience in other sections of the Incident Command System, in addition to Operations.
Commitment to continual learning and adaptation to technological advances.
Skills in evaluating others’ abilities and assessing training needs.
Facilitative skills to work with groups of people to solve issues.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Chelan Fire Unit Fire Protection and Suppression Program.
Protects human life and natural resources on department protected lands while minimizing resource loss and fire costs as outlined in RCW 76.04.015,016.
In an effort to reduce unwanted acres burned, places a high level of readiness and preparedness on safely and effectively attacking and rapidly suppressing new fire starts in the Chelan Fire Unit.
Coordinates the unit’s pre-suppression availability agreements such as personnel and Dozer/Faller agreements with private contractors and WFD.
Coordinates Forest Land Response Agreements (FLRA) with rural fire district partners for suppression availability.
Implements interagency fire suppression agreements (IAA) for wildfire suppression on non-forested lands.
Supervises 4 Wildland Fire Management Specialists (3 AFMO’s & 1 HC Superintendent) and is indirectly responsible for the supervision of 3 Wildland Fire Management Supervisors, 1 Wildland Fire Heavy Equipment Operator, and up to 7 Engine Leaders, as well as up to 37 Seasonal Fire Fighters in daily activities including training, pre-suppression, suppression, and fire regulation enforcement.
Building and Maintaining Cooperating Agency Partnerships. Sharing communications and information is critical to maintaining positive relationships with our partners. Regularly attends Fire Chief meetings, Co-op Groups, conference calls, and other agency meetings to maintain the highest level of interagency relationships.
Take the lead role in delivering the Region’s Fire Regulation & Prevention Programs in the Chelan Fire Unit.
Ensure the silvicultural burning program (RCW 76.04.205) (WAC 332-24-201,205,211,221) is implemented in a fashion that establishes consistency with the Smoke Management Plan in the Chelan Fire Unit.
Take the lead on 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.
Assist Community Resilience Staff with planning and project implementation across the Chelan Fire Unit.
Ensure Fire Operations Staff are actively participating and supporting the Community Resilience Program in the Chelan Fire Unit, including public outreach, recommending fuels mitigation actions, and assisting with project layout.
Ensure staff are participating in home ignition zone assessments as part of Wildfire Ready Neighbors.
Plan and participate in community outreach and prevention events.
Participates in the CWPP planning process.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May function as Acting Fire Operations District Manager in the DM’s absence.
Attend required meetings and trainings; ensures a clean, safe, and secure work area for self and others.
Responsible for maintaining, clearing, and keeping all assigned equipment and vehicle in good working order.

Benefits

Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
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
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.