| Location | Fairbanks, AK |
Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 4 (PCN 10-9520)
Salary
$37.10 Hourly
Location
Fairbanks, AK
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
55668
Department
Natural Resources
Division
Forestry & Fire Protection
Opening Date
10/15/2026
Closing Date
11/13/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Position Open To
All Applicants
Bargaining Unit
General Government
Range
14
Job Description
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for a Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 4 in Fairbanks, Alaska.
What You Will Be Doing:
Mission and Values/Culture:
The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protections mission is to protect the lives and property of Alaskans from wildfires and to manage Alaskas forest resources for maximum sustainable yield. Fairbanks Area Forestrys fire suppression responsibilities cover approximately 9 million acres in central interior Alaska and include the Fairbanks North Star and Denali Boroughs. In many locations, FAF is the primary and sometimes only fire department response to wildfires.
Fairbanks Areas core structure is comprised of highly motivated firefighters who excel under adverse conditions, possess a strong, can-do work ethic, emphasize personal and professional integrity through continuous improvement, and are committed to building a team-focused wildland firefighter community.
Wildland Fire and Resource Technicians are leaders entrusted with ensuring Alaska fulfills its duty to provide safe, competent, and community-focused wildfire protection and sustainable forest management for Alaskas diverse user groups.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
The White Mountain Superintendent will lead one of the State of Alaskas three organized handcrews that form the DFFPs front-line response to wildfires threatening Alaskas residents, communities, and infrastructure. White Mountain is rooted in the principles of public service, personal and professional integrity, high standards of physical fitness, quiet humility, and excelling in austere environments. Leaders who exhibit these qualities and are committed to the challenge of leading and developing firefighters across Alaska and the Lower 48 will find White Mountain a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
Fairbanks Area Forestry resides along the banks of the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks, Alaska. FAFs fire suppression organization is comprised of Type-6 & 7 engines, Helitack, Prevention, the White Mountain Type-2IA hand crew, the Fairbanks-1 Type-2 EFF hand crew, and dozer operations. Personnel staff engines, helicopters, and handcrews daily and are ready to respond to wildfires not only within FAFs protection area, but across Alaska.
Fairbanks is the hub of Interior Alaska and epicenter for multiple outdoor recreational pursuits including: camping, boating, hiking, fishing, and photography. Fairbanks International Airport is located minutes away from FAF and is the primary departure point for reaching Alaskas far reaches.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.
Click here to learn more about working for the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection.
Minimum Qualifications
Twelve months of wildland firefighting or forestry field experience at the journey level. The required journey-level experience is met by service as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
And
Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System (see required job qualifications special note).
Substitution:
Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational technical school in forestry, fire science, or a closely related field may substitute for up to six months of the required field experience. (For college, 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month of work experience. Transcripts or a letter from a vocational technical school must indicate a college credit equivalency for the completed coursework. For example, at Alaska Vocational Technical Center: Forest Ecology = 3 semester credits; Forest Regeneration = 2 semester credits; Timber Harvesting and Sale Administration = 4 semester credits; and Wildland Fire Management = 3 semester credits.)
No substitution is allowed for National Incident Qualification System (Red Card) qualifications.
Special Note:
Additional Required Information
Please read the information below carefully.
At the time of application, the applicant must attach the following items as individual documents; failure to provide the requested documentation may result in non-consideration. If you cannot attach documents, please fax or email the contact listed below. Required documents include:
If invited to interview, please bring the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:
SPECIAL NOTICES
Application Notice
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Supplemental Questions
For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant's competence in applying specific behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
Education
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institutions transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institutions curricula. You must provide this evidence when applying.
Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.
Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. Noting "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Bargaining Unit
If you are a current state employee, please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.
Driver's License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid drivers license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
Firearms
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
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Workplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance
Please direct questions about application submission or system errors to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. You may also email requests for information to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:
Ernest Prax
Assistant Fire Management Officer
Phone: 907-451-2619
Email: ernest.prax@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
01
Can you fully commit to the Alaska wildland fire season (January through November), including pre-season readiness, Lower-48 fire assignments, and post-season duties?
02
Can you pass a pack test (a walk with 45 lbs. in 45 minutes or less) and an Initial Attack Physical Fitness test (push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups), and are you capable of hiking long distances with 45-60 lbs. of gear?
03
Can you legally possess or use a firearm? (If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position).
04
Do you have previous Alaska wildland firefighting experience? If so, what type? Check all that apply.
05
Do you have a valid drivers license?
06
Please rate your level of proficiency in Fire Management: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of fire management, including the characteristics, behavior, and ecology of fire; methodologies, strategies, and equipment used in prescribed fires; fire detection, prevention, and suppression strategies; and integration of fire with natural resource management.
07
Please rate your level of proficiency Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
08
Please rate your level of proficiency Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
09
Please rate your level of proficiency Physical Strength and Agility: Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
10
Please rate your level of proficiency Financial Management: Understands the organizations financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
Required Question
Employer State of Alaska
Address PO Box 110201
Juneau, Alaska, 99811
Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/