Capitol Assistant Fire Management Officer; AFMO), Wildland Fire Management Specialist; WFMSpec

Capitol Assistant Fire Management Officer (AFMO), Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMSpec)

Recruitment #2026-2-5253

Full‑time, Permanent, Represented position (WPEA).

Location:

South Puget Sound Region – Lacey, WA. Salary: $4,299.00 – $5,783.00 per month.

Work hours and partial telework flexibility may be available and considered. Relocation compensation may be available and considered.

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/25/26.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our South Puget Region as an Assistant Fire Management Officer (AFMO).

South Puget Sound Region, Wildfire District is actively seeking to fill an Assistant Fire Management Officer (AFMO) position in the Capitol Fire Unit. This position will be filled permanently. The selected applicant will be stationed in the Capitol Fire Unit at the Lacey Fire Work Center in Lacey, WA. The Capitol Fire Unit encompasses Thurston County and a small piece of Grays Harbor County.

This position will supervise 4 seasonal wildfire engines and one year‑round fire technician. The AFMO maintains professional working relationships with partners such as Fire Districts, Washington Fish and Wildlife, and the U.S. Forest Service.

The Capitol Unit protects a diverse population in rural and industrial lands, as well as thriving urban centers such as Olympia, the Washington State Capital. Fire starts can be high considering our moderate climate. Fire environments in the unit are very dynamic. On any given day you could be secluded in one of our area’s working forests, many miles from pavement, or operating close within the Wildland Urban Interface.

In this dynamic environment, positive interagency relationships and cooperation are essential for the success of our agency and those we work with.

• Wildfire Protection and Suppression on department‑protected, Federal, and Tribal lands. May work in a variety of positions depending on NWCG qualifications.
• Supervision of 1 Wildfire Technician year‑round and 4 seasonal engines.
• Will act as a supervisor for formal NWCG courses within the region, at Interagency Fire Training Academies, and support fire districts. Will provide oversight and guidance for informal training, reinforcing skills within the Capitol Unit.
• Participate in fire regulation and Fire Protection Assistance. This will involve working with industrial landowners, private individuals, and communities.

• A current NWCG Single Resource Boss Qualification.
• A current Incident Commander Type 5 Qualification.
• Supervisory experience, which may include fire line supervision.
• Experience assisting higher‑level fire program managers in developing and implementing operational plans.
• Experience interpreting agreements and contracts.
• Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and PowerPoint.
• 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.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Must pass the work capacity test annually at the arduous level as required by NWCG.
• Position's assigned duty station is Lacey. Incumbent must be able to traverse…