Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Helicopter Crew Supervisor)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Secretary of the Interior
• Department: Department of the Interior
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Salary: $78166 – $101609/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-11
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-02

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Job Summary

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 (Fire Helicopter Crew Supervisor) position is with the US Wildland Fire Service, GW-0456-10 working in the listed locations. In order to be considered for any duty location, ensure desired locations are selected. Applicants will not be considered for locations not selected.

Key Responsibilities

As a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Helicopter Crew Supervisor) your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Plans, assigns, and evaluates all work accomplished by a helicopter crew through two subordinate supervisors. Performs administrative duties such as planning, budget formulation, and stewardship of facilities, equipment, vehicles, property, crew, as well as training programs and any cooperative agreements.

Directs helitack mission planning, including briefings of pilots, contract personnel and crews on mission requirements. Directs assigned suppression operations and implements recommended tactical strategy on attacking, controlling, or mopping up fires, building or patrolling firelines, felling snags and cutting brush. Maintains working relationships and pre-incident coordination with applicable cooperators and wildland fire responders.

Requirements & Education

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: There is not an option to qualify for the 0456 series utilizing education at this grade level.

Contact

OHCNSPS@ios.doi.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring 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 $78166 – $101609/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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