Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor; WFMSup

Position: Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMSup)
Description

Arcadia Regulation and Prevention Technician, Wildland Fire Management Supervisor (WFMSup)

Recruitment #

Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WPEA)

Location:

Northeast Region
- Deer Park, WA

Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered

Salary: $4,201.00 - $5,642.00 Monthly

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Fire Management Officer for Regulation, the Regulation & Prevention Technician position has great influence on the quality, image, and message delivered to the general public of Washington State. This position works closely with stakeholders and other agencies, and plays a leadership role in fire suppression activities. The majority of the duties will include administering and approving burn permits, interpreting/applying fire regulations and IFPL restrictions, conducting wildland fire investigations, and fire suppression.

This position will act as a Wildland Fire Investigator regularly. The Regulation & Prevention Technician works closely with fire suppression resources to suppress and prevent the spread of wildland fire. Other duties will include but are not limited to being a lead and/or unit instructor for NWCG fire courses for wildland fire training, and leading and participating in wildland fire prevention activities.

The Arcadia District is a fast‑paced and complex work environment that requires an individual who will work within the team goals and dynamics to be successful.

Required Qualifications

• Two years' experience in wildland fire management, natural resource, forestry, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NWCG Qualifications as a Single Resource Boss (any).

Required Competencies

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• 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, showing respect for their opinions and perspectives.
• 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 ensure requests are followed.
• Personal Accountability
• Value Others
• Compassionate Communication
• Inspire Others
• Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• Must pass work capacity test annually at the arduous level as required by NWCG.
• The assigned duty station is the Deer Park work center. Work is performed in an office setting (75%) and alone in isolated unimproved natural areas within the unit (25%). Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. These duties may involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above-average endurance and superior conditioning.
• This position will be assigned an agency vehicle. Position requires significant driving and field visits within the assigned area.
• A current, valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving…