Regional Fire Manager 2026-01142
Salary
$5,636.27 - $6,262.52 Monthly
Location
Douglas, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01142
Department
Office of State Lands & Investments
Division
Office of State Lands & Investments
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
ENWF09
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division, seeks a Regional Fire Manager in Douglas, Wyoming. Bring your knowledge, skills, and career with you to become a part of the Wyoming State Forestry Division.
A Regional Fire Manager (RFM) is responsible for managing wildland fire incidents on state lands. They work closely with local, state, and federal fire and emergency management agencies, as well as other stakeholders, to develop and implement fire management plans and strategies. This may include tasks such as conducting risk assessments, preparing fire management plans, and overseeing the implementation of fire management activities. The Regional Fire Manager may be responsible for supervising incident management teams and coordinating resources. They are also responsible for overseeing the training and development of fire management personnel, and for maintaining accurate records and reporting data to government agencies and other regulatory bodies.
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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer, ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov, 307-777-8570
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Fireline qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of State of Wyoming, Office of State Lands and Investments procedures and guidelines.
Knowledge of wildland fire management and forestry management methods, operation practices and techniques.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Fire Science or Forestry)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader or equivalent
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license
Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildland Fire Management or Forestry) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildland Fire Suppression Module Leader or equivalent
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license
Must possess and maintain national certification in accordance with NWCG standards, PMS 310-1, within one (1) year of the date of hire
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(ENWF09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Wildland Fire Suppression? Experience definition:
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below. (Including Fire Qualifications)
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Do you possess a valid drivers license?
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Do you meet any of the following fireline qualifications: Task Force Leader, Incident Commander Type 3 (preferred), Incident Commander Type 4 Working towards qualifications: Incident Commander Type 3, Division/Group Supervisor, aviation or other incident management qualifications *Skill and knowledge to organize, manage and develop strategies and tactics to meet fire and land management objectives
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.
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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
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Employer State of Wyoming
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Statewide, Wyoming, 82002
Phone 307-777-7188
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm