DNR’s Southeast Region is hiring a permanent squad boss for the 20-person Ahtanum initial attack hand crew based at the Ahtanum Work Center near Yakima. The squad boss supervises up to six seasonal firefighters on the fireline and in the off-season leads them on prescribed burns, thinning and slash work, and home ignition zone assessments for communities. Applicants need an NWCG Firefighter Type 1 qualification, knowledge of suppression tactics and fire behavior, a valid driver’s license with two years of driving, and must pass the arduous work capacity test each year. Expect about 70 percent of the time outdoors and up to half the time traveling, including overnight fire assignments. The position is full-time and permanent at $3,827 to $5,111 a month. Apply through the Washington state careers portal with a cover letter and resume; the posting closes November 8, 2026, and the agency may decide sooner.
| Pay | $3,827 – $5,111 per month |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Yakima, Washington |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Nov 8, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on Washington State careers portal, recruitment 2026-9-A005, checked Oct 19. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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