Wildland Firefighter - Wildfire preparedness
Missoula
Monday, 08 June 2026
A Wildfire Preparedness Technician supports the following duties: - Work with the Community Preparedness & Wildfire Prevention Program to disseminate outreach and educational materials that inform Montana’s citizens on how they can better prepare for wildfire. - Keep MT - Fire. Info.org up to date with the most current wildfire restrictions and fire weather information. - Perform a variety of other program support, project management, and related duties as assigned by supervisors in support of the DNRC’s Forestry Division mission and objectives. SPECIAL INFORMATION:Housing is not available at this location. The seasonal positions will remain open and additional screening will occur as needed until positions are filled. Applicants for these positions must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire and have a valid drivers’ license and less than 12 conviction points over the most recent 36 months. APPROXIMATE DATES AND HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITIONS will depend on each position and will vary between June and September. Positions will be terminated at the end of the normal work season or as notified by the Department. Pay varies depending on experience. QUALIFICATIONS - Education:The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to or in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, communication, or related field. Requirements:18 years of age at time of hire. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid driver's license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recently completed 36 months. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I. D., or a U.S. passport, or a "green card". Effective May 4, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.