Wildland Fire Module Squad Boss

Elk Creek Fire Protection District • Pine, CO

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About The Position

The Wildland Fire Module Squad Boss is a permanent, full-time position responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations for a Type 2 Wildland Fire Module. The Squad Boss reports to the Module Assistant for day-to-day operations and is ultimately supervised by the Module Lead. Under their direction, the Squad Boss provides consistent leadership, supports safe operations, and helps implement the division’s procedures and module management programs. The role includes supervising and training crew members, managing operational readiness and resources, addressing employee issues, and maintaining professional conduct and a unified leadership presence. The position is a primary Wildland Fire position and involves wildland fire assignments around the United States for up to 21 days plus travel.

Requirements

• Three years of wildland fire experience.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Leadership and training experience.
• FFT1 certification.
• FAL2 or FAL3 certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a background check.
• Required training: S130, L180, S131, S190, S290, S212, S219, ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700, ICS 800, and various on-the-job trainings.
• Organizational skills.
• Public speaking skills.
• Training development and delivery skills.
• Professionalism, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Desire to learn and to build competent, high-functioning teams and programs.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to perform arduous physical activity, including standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, crawling, jumping, sliding, climbing, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures below 0°F and above 100°F, and under hazardous and adverse conditions.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment and maintain training.

Nice To Haves

• Desired/target qualifications listed: FFT1, ICT5, FAL2, HELR/HECM, FEMO, FIRB, CRWB, and EMT.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Module Senior Firefighter and crewmembers in day-to-day operations as directed by the Module Lead and Assistant.
• Provide consistent leadership during operations and promote safe workplace and assignment practices.
• Participate in daily project planning and wildfire suppression operations.
• Ensure compliance with Wildland Fire Division SOPs and implementation of Module Management Programs issued by the Module Lead.
• Manage morning briefings, radio programming and cloning, station supplies, vehicle and equipment operation, and operational planning and maintenance.
• Oversee spike camp operations, vehicle maintenance, and personal conduct during fire assignments.
• Promote conduct consistent with Core Values and reinforce the Chain of Command.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee issues, including conflicts, complaints, injuries, and Workers’ Compensation claims, and initiate documentation as required.
• Provide performance evaluations for responsible crewmembers and the Senior Firefighter.
• Provide classroom and on-the-job training.
• Apply first-line discipline for performance issues involving responsible crewmembers.
• Assist with interviews, hiring, and onboarding of crewmembers.
• Maintain professional conduct and a unified leadership presence for responsible crewmembers under the direction of the Module Lead and Assistant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed