Job Description

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD) seeks a Seasonal Helicopter Crewmember to serve as a member of a wildland firefighting crew that provides wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Helitack Firefighter is primarily transported by helicopter and is responsible for performing pre-suppression, fire prevention, and wildland fire suppression activities for WSFD.
Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Performs wildland fire duties, including hand-line construction, water handling, general and aerial suppression support, prevention activities, equipment inspections, and training.
• Performs Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) duties, including Initial Attack and Helibase support.
• Maintains accurate maintenance record books for support vehicles.
• Ensures accurate time and Fire Activity Reporting, mid-month, and end of the month as requested by supervisor.
• Performs project work both on and off duty station, including but not limited to fuel reduction, timber stand improvement, and pile burning.
• Performs general facility and compound duties.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to candidates with at least one season of experience on a wildland firefighting crew.
**A Helicopter crew member must meet the firefighter's physical fitness qualifications at level III Arduous and must possess a current Red Card certification as a Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) or Helicopter Crewmember - Trainee (HECM-T) per NWCG 310-1.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of complex wildland firefighting techniques, fire equipment, fire behavior, fuel models, and the Incident Command System.
• Skills in written and oral communications and interpersonal relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Many of the duties performed require considerable physical exertion, working outdoors in all terrain and weather conditions, working long hours, and extended periods of time away from home.
• Duties include, but may not be limited to, the ability to carry up to 45 pounds, run, bend, twist, walk, and/or climb. A work capacity test or "pack" test that measures the physical fitness of candidates is administered as part of the selection process. Candidates are required to pass at the "Arduous" level for a firefighter crewmember or natural resource worker position.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The employment period is from approximately April 2026 to November 2026 but may be extended to support the agency's mission.
• This is a seasonal, hourly position.
• Housing is furnished at the Duncan Ranch Helibase.
• Additional benefits may be available depending on the length of the season.

Supplemental Information
Wyoming State Forestry Division website:
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
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.
Non Benefit Position
01
(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.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02
(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.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03
Do you have the ability to meet the firefighter physical fitness qualifications at level III Arduous?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess a current Red Card certification as a Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) or Helicopter Crewmember - Trainee (HECM-T) per NWCG 310-1?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have at least at least one season of experience on a wildland fire fighting crew?

• Yes
• No

06
Please describe your wildland firefighting experience.
07
(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08
(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's 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.
09
(A) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
10
(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.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

11
(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 veteran's 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.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12
(AA) 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.

Skills Required