Supervises the Smokebusters Type 2 wildland fire handcrew, a Wyoming State Forestry program co-located with the Department of Corrections at the Wyoming Honor Conservation Camp in Newcastle. The supervisor leads a crew of up to ten pre-release minimum-security inmates on wildland fires and forestry projects, serving as Squad Boss and Intermediate Faller on the crew. Work includes instructing the crew to NWCG standards in chainsaw use, hand and power tools and fire suppression, and running fuels reduction, timber stand improvement, community service and disaster relief projects. The supervisor operates and maintains chainsaws, wood splitters, heavy equipment and Type 6 engines, and must hold NWCG arduous fitness certification annually. The announcement notes hazard pay on uncontrolled wildfires and paid time off after fourteen consecutive days on fire assignments.
| Pay | $29.76 – $33.06 Hourly |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Newcastle, Wyoming |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Apply By | Nov 4, 2026 |
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