fire program manager

State of Indiana

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Date Posted: </b>Mar 9, 2026
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</b>Edinburgh, IN, US, 46124<br>
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Work for Indiana</b></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.</div></div><div></div><div><b><br>
About The Adjutant General's Office</b>:</div><div>
The Adjutant General&rsquo;s Office (AGO) provides a dynamic workplace while serving the Indiana National Guard at its various facilities throughout the state. AGO&rsquo;s programs and projects offer exciting opportunities for professionals in many fields - from maintenance repair to cadre to civil engineers - looking to begin or advance their careers. AGO offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as an outstanding work/life balance. AGO offers agency specific benefits, such as an opportunity to work an alternative work schedule, a spot bonus program to reward hardworking employees, and a chance to work with military and federal partners.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Role Overview</b>:</div><div>
This position serves as a dual-hatted Program Manager, responsible for providing strategic and technical direction for two programs: the Indiana Army National Guard's (INARNG) statewide Wildland Fire Program and the INARNG Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program. This is predominately a wildland fire position and we are seeking applicants with significant wildland fire experience and NWCG certification(s). Position responsibilities are expected to be 80% wildland fire and 20% REPI.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Salary Statement</b>:</div><div>
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
A Day in the Life:</b></div>
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The essential functions of this role are as follows:</div><ul><li>
Review and evaluate regional effectiveness, goal determination, and strategic planning, etc., makes recommendations for improvement.</li><li>
Develop and coordinate plans and policies, resources, and mission as well as goals, vision, and expectations of an assigned region.</li><li>
Provide guidance to agencies and the public regarding applicable laws and rules.</li><li>
Supervise subordinate personnel including hiring, determining workload, and delegating assignments, training, monitoring, and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary action.</li><li>
Monitor regional budget including revenues, expenditures, and budget projections.</li><li>
Communicate with news and other media. responds to media questions or requests in an appropriate public relations manner.</li><li>
Coordinate with other government officials on planning issues (i.e. federal and/or state agency directors, etc.).</li><li>
Coordinate, review and evaluate the use of appropriate controls and standards for the region.</li></ul><div>
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.</div><div>
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
What You'll Need for Success:</b></div>
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Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:</div><ul><li>
Extensive knowledge of agency and/or organizational program(s) and business practices.</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of State programs and resources, public policy, and program evaluation.</li><li>
Ability to develop and/or measure program outcomes.</li><li>
Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with key public and private government and business leaders.</li><li>
Ability to identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.</li><li>
Ability to work with internal and external customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations.</li><li>
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels.</li><li>
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions while anticipating the impact and implications of decisions.</li><li>
Ability to identify problems. determine accuracy and relevance of information. use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.</li></ul><div><b>
A degree is not required. However, experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered</b>.</div><div>
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:</b></div>
</div><div><div>This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:</b></div><div>
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:</div><ul><li>
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans</li><li>
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards</li><li>
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution</li><li>
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match</li><li>
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options</li><li>
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:<ul><li>
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers</li><li>
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave</li></ul></li><li>
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off</li><li>
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years</li><li>
Education Reimbursement Program</li><li>
Group life insurance</li><li>
Referral Bonus program</li><li>
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits</li><li>
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program</li><li>
Free Parking for most positions</li><li>
Free LinkedIn Learning access</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity:</b></div><div>
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Wildland Fire Program Manager

United States Forest Service

Wildland Firefighter (Interagency Dispatch Center Manager High Complexity)

USDA Forest Service

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 This Forestry Technician position serves as a full assistant to the supervisor of a Fire Engine Module in areas with the added complexities of wildland-urban interface. The incumbent has primary responsibility for operation of the engine in responding to wildland fires and other projects as assigned.
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   Responsible for maintaining operation of the fire engine module when responding to wildland fires and all-hazard incidents. Coordinate repairs and schedule maintenance with approved maintenance facilities.
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   Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
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   Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
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   Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information.
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   Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify.
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 Performed and directed others in starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water and foam application; Performed prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up; Evaluated initial fire situations, determined rate of spread, potential hazards to property and other improvements; Ensured the engine and fire equipment has been kept in full state of readiness for emergency dispatch.
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 Implemented safety/training programs in compliance with Incident Command System, fire suppression, fireline construction, hose lays and maintenance of protective equipment; Assisted with prescribed fire management, developed burn plans; and fuels inventory/preparation and disposal; Evaluated initial fire situations, determined suppression method and probable causes of fire; Assisted with property and procurement of equipment ensuring the engine and fire equipment have been kept in full state of readiness for emergency dispatch.
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 Successfully completed the Primary NWCG Core Requirement of Engine Boss (ENGB) and Secondary NWCG Core Requirement of Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) -AND- Successfully
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