Helitack Assistant Base Manager

Helitack Assistant Base Manager – Training, Wildland Fire Management Specialist
Full-time, Seasonal, Represented position
Anticipated Seasonal Appointment is 9-11 months
Location: Tumwater, WA
Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,299.00 – $5,643.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 11/06/2024. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

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Responsibilities:
The Assistant Base Manager reports to the DNR Wildland Fire Management Division Helitack North Unit Manager and is responsible for the Helitack Unit’s training and safety development. This position also supervises seasonal fire aviation staff and manages resources in support of wildfire aviation operations. 

This position ensures program staff meet the department standards and qualifications and are trained and proficient in effective aviation suppression response. The position operates with a high degree of independence. The incumbent may assume various ICS positions for wildfire suppression activities, primarily in aviation operations.

This position is focused on training and will work directly with a unit counterpart focused on operations. This position will also work closely with the fuel support transportation supervisor and assistant chief rotor-wing pilots, as well as the assistant base managers in DNR’s other Helitack unit.

Required Qualifications: 

• NWCG-qualified Helicopter Manager (HMGB).
• NWCG-qualified Helicopter Crewmember (HECM).
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Understanding of the use of agency and cooperator’s aviation contracts.
• Professional communication.
• Knowledge of personnel management principles, merit system rules, and employee union agreements.
• Skills in evaluating others’ abilities and assessing training needs.