Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 3 - Prevention Technician

***Effective July 1, 2026, the General Government Bargaining Unit received a 3% pay increase***

This job posting has been updated to reflect the new salary.

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of

Forestry & Fire Protection,

is recruiting for a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician

3 in Soldotna

.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our

residency definition

to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician III (Prevention Technician).  This permanent seasonal position is staffed 7 months (March 1st – September 30th) annually, but may be staffed longer depending on available funding.  This position performs as a prevention technician and assists with the implementation, education, engineering, and enforcement aspects of the area’s fire prevention program.  Assists and or conducts Wildland Fire Investigations and performs as an Initial Attack Incident Commander on wildland fires.

Assists with and conducts wildland fire investigations (for criminal and civil prosecution).  Helps to assemble and complete citation packages ready for court.  Issues burn permits and performs as the initial attack incident commander for wildland fire suppression.  Assists with the tracking of daily fire indices and burning conditions.   Helps collect and analyze statistical information based on patterns and trends in burn permit usage and assists in completing the annual fire statistical data report.  Assists with educating and informing the public concerning wildland fire prevention measures and the current fire danger level.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, Kenai-Kodiak Area, proudly serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join the team that protects millions of acres of our forests, our communities, and our natural resources.  Individuals must be willing and capable of acting responsibly, being courteous to the public, and accurately disseminating information during high-paced/high-stress wildland fire responses.  The experience gained as a Prevention Technician - Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 can serve as a foundation for a successful career in forestry and other natural resource professions.