Salish Unit Crew Superintendent, Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMS)Recruitment #2023-12-A030Full-time, Permanent, Represented positionLocation: Northwest Region- Sedro Woolley, WAPartial Telework flexibility may be available and consideredRelocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary: $4,174.00 - $5,615.00 Monthly **Review of applications is ongoing. *We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 1/11/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.*Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?Are you interested in a career that allows you to serve local communities by leading a Wildland Fire Suppression Module? The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for a Wildland Fire Management Specialist to manage the Salish Fire Suppression Module within Salish Wildfire Unit of NW Region DNR. This position serves as the Superintendent of a year-round six-person module, which may expand to 10 people during fire season. In addition to suppression work, the module supports DNR's Forest Resiliency and Community Resiliency Programs in the form of fuel reduction projects and other FireWise USA-related work helping expand NW Regions Fire Adapted Communities landscape; and may have the opportunity to participate in prescribed fire. Additionally, the position works in coordination with two other Wildland Fire Management Specialist positions and may be asked to supervise Engine Crews as well as work on administrative and higher-level projects within the Fire Unit.

　　Responsibilities:This position reports to the Salish Fire Unit Manager and works under the guidance of state regulations, agency policies and procedures, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and agency strategic plans. Facilitates the management, coordination, planning, and training for the Salish Suppression Module within NW Region. This position supervises a Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (Module Foreman), four Wildland Fire Management Leads, and potentially four seasonal firefighters. The position is responsible for ensuring Module staff are proficient in suppression operations, as well as administrative duties required by the Agency. This position will occasionally require backfill of duties behind other Wildland Fire Management Specialists.

　　*Required Qualifications: *

　　Wildland fire suppression experience.Certified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss -- Crew Boss or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months.Experience in agreement and contract negotiations.2 years of supervisory experience.Demonstrated 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 requests are followed.Experience with employee empowerment.Skills in team cohesion.