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Wildland Firefighter (Aviation) (Seat Base Assistant)

Office of the Secretary of the Interior · Department of the Interior
📍 Burns, Oregon 💰 $67617 – $87899/yr

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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 position is with the US Wildland Fire Service, GW-0456-8 working in the following location(s): Burns, Oregon

Key Responsibilities

As a Wildland Firefighter (Aviation) (Seat Base Assistant) your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Oversees daily airbase activities supporting wildland fire aviation, including flight coordination, airtanker rotations, dispatch logistics, and ensuring safe, efficient, policy-compliant aviation operations. Applies multi-agency aviation policies and environmental regulations; administers aviation and retardant contracts, ensuring contractor compliance.

Manages aircraft and crew logistical needs, base supplies, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep. Implements aviation safety practices, conducts daily briefings, delivers training, and maintains required aviation records, invoices, cost reports, retardant usage data, and operational plans.

Leads and trains aviation firefighting personnel, directs crew activities during wildland fire operations, ensures safe work practices, maintains accountability, and reports performance and operational status to leadership.

Requirements & Education

There is no education substitutes or requirements for this position.

Contact

melissa_love@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 $67617 – $87899/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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