SEAT Manager 2026-02657

State of Wyoming•Casper, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The SEAT Manager oversees the daily management, employment, briefing, and record-keeping of 2–4 Single Engine Air Tankers, pilots, and facilities under the direction of the State Assistant Fire Management Officer (AFMO). The position supports the Office of State Lands and Investments – Forestry Division’s Strategic Wildland Fire Aviation Initial Attack Response Plan and provides timely, safe, and accurate aerial support to Wyoming wildland firefighters. The role operates with a high degree of independence. Fixed-wing base locations are Casper, Gillette, Rock Springs, and Worland, Wyoming; duty stations may change based on fire activity. The SEAT Manager coordinates tactical aircraft missions, works with dispatch and aviation personnel, serves as a liaison with airport management and government and aviation partners, and conducts briefings. The position also establishes operational objectives and assignments, models leadership and teamwork, and ensures required aviation, personnel, operational, and financial records are complete and timely. Work may include suppression preparedness, fire assignments, supervision, meetings, and training. The employment period is approximately April 2027 to October 2027 and may be extended to support the agency’s mission. This is a seasonal, hourly position; housing may be provided, and additional benefits may be available depending on the length of the season.

Requirements

Red Card certification as a Single Engine Air Tanker Manager (SEMG) or Single Engine Air Tanker Manager–Trainee (SEMG-T), per NWCG 310-1.
Valid unrestricted driver's license.
At least one year of supervisory experience with at least two personnel, as listed under Knowledge.
At least two fire seasons qualified in the Incident Command System for wildfire operations, as listed under Knowledge.
Ability to carry up to 45 pounds, run, bend, twist, and walk.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather, work long hours, and spend extended periods away from home.
Ability to perform assigned duties consistently with applicable laws and regulations and follow public-records retention and request requirements.

Nice To Haves

Qualified Single Engine Air Tanker Manager (SEMG); candidates will be considered at SEMG qualification level.
Two or more fire seasons of experience operating as an SEMG or higher.
Successfully supervised aerial wildland fire preparation and suppression efforts.
Understanding and knowledge of airspace conflicts and FAA rules.
Four or more seasons operating in the Incident Command System (ICS).
Two or more years supervising in the ICS system.
Knowledge or qualification as a Single Engine Air Tanker Manager–Trainee (SEMG-T), Ramp Manager (RAMP), or Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT).
Basic computer automation skills.
Understanding and use of interagency aviation plans and contracts.
Knowledge of personnel management principles.
Skills in evaluating others’ abilities and assessing training needs.

Responsibilities

Use agency policies and guidance, including NWCG Standards for Airtanker Base Operations (PMS 508), in decision-making and planning.
Coordinate tactical aircraft missions with local dispatch, aerial supervision, and/or the Fixed Wing Unit Manager, and obtain operational and tactical briefings on mission priorities.
Serve as an aviation liaison to airport management, federal, state, and local officials, aircraft vendors, contractors, and Fixed Based Operators.
Conduct daily and mission briefings with pilots, contract personnel, and government employees assigned to the operation, and document briefings on the Daily Operations Sheet.
Model leadership values, provide positive influence, emphasize teamwork, and establish and communicate objectives, priorities, work assignments, and performance expectations.
Review the Base Operations Plan, obtain a supervisor briefing, establish agency contacts, and identify the chain of command and operational contacts.
Complete and ensure timely and accurate operational, pilot, driver, cost, contractor performance, payment, crew time, emergency equipment, incident evaluation, general message, aviation safety, and agency-specific documentation.
Apply Aviation Safety & Risk Management Systems, including policy, risk management, assurance, and promotion.
Attend and assist with required meetings and training.
Request communications and operations support through the AFMO.
Travel for suppression preparedness, fires, supervision, meetings, and training.