Hand Crew Squad Boss, Wildland Fire Management Lead (WFML)
Work Hour flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $3,827.00 - $5,111.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/13/2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has two exciting opportunities within the Pacific Cascade Region! Do you enjoy the challenge of wildland firefighting? Do you see yourself being a leader on a Suppression Module or a 20-Person Handcrew?  The DNR is looking to fill multiple Squad Boss (Wildland Fire Management Lead) positions within the Pacific Cascade Region. The Pacific Cascade fire program protects 3.5 million acres of state and private land, stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Cascade Mountains and including unique areas such as the scenic Columbia River Gorge and Mount St. Helens. During the fire season, our squad bosses are instrumental in leading daily operations and training of seasonal firefighters as well as implementation of fireline suppression tactics. Throughout the year, as squad boss, you would assist with prescribed fire, community resilience, and forest health treatment projects. We are looking for a self-starting, highly motivated individual to join our team. One position is with the Newaukum Hand Crew based out of Chehalis, WA, and the other is with the Lacamas Suppression Module based out of Battle Ground, WA.

Qualifications

Required 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 material that your skills align with the position and qualifications. 

• Qualified as a NWCG Firefighter Type 1. 

Required Competencies: 

• 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 and shows regard for their opinions.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.