OI
Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Management)
Office of the Secretary of the InteriorGlen Jean, WV · full time · Management
$112,824 – $146,671
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A federal supervisory role managing wildland fire and fuels programs across multiple sites, advising fire management leadership on hazardous fuels reduction, interagency policy, and budget allocation. Suited to experienced wildland firefighters seeking a transition into technical and administrative fire management work.
Our summary, not Office of the Secretary of the Interior’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- At least one full fire season of primary wildland firefighting experience (Engine Crew, Hand Crew, Hotshot Crew, Smokejumper, or equivalent) with a federal, state, tribal, local, or private-sector organization; OR at least 14 cumulative or consecutive days of on-the-ground fireline experience
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-12 level or higher in wildland fire and fuels management, including development of policies and procedures, technical guidance on hazardous fuels, program reviews and audits, or Fire Management Plan coordination
- Knowledge of wildland firefighting principles, methods, and techniques demonstrated through direct wildland firefighting experience (required for secondary firefighter retirement coverage eligibility)
- Ability to work in office setting and perform field work involving walking on rough terrain, long standing periods, and exposure to heat, smoke, and extreme temperatures