This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority This Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain) position is with the US Wildland Fire Service, GW-0456-8 working in the following location(s): Marblemount, Washington Sedro Woolley, Washington Please ensure desired locations are selected. Applicants will not be considered for locations not selected.
Key Responsibilities
As a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain) - Direct Hire Authority your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Exercises supervisory authority to regularly assigned firefighters within a fire module or crew. Supervises and directs fuel management progects that include prescribed fire and mechanicial and biological treatments.
For more complex fires, direct assigned suppression operations and recommend and implement tactical strategy on attacking, controlling, or mopping up fires, building or patrolling firelines, cleaning up burned areas within firelines, suppressing spot fires, felling snags or trees, and cutting brush. Adjusts actions based on changing information and evolving situational awareness. Recommends and implements tactical strategies in the field.
Operates, moves, inspects, and performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment to include crew carriers, fire engines, command vehicles, pickups, and other specialized equipment. Uses judgment to safely operate, maneuver, and set up vehicles and equipment in a variety of environments including urban, grassland, and mountainous terrain.
Ensures adherence to vehicle safety procedures when transporting personnel, fuel, and equipment, considering bridge and road limits, equipment weight and length, and weather effects.
Requirements & Education
There is no education substitition for this position.
This position is with Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Department of the Interior.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $75999 – $98795/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-11-23.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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