Seasonal Wildfire Inspector - Squad Leader for the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority
Salary
$33.39 Hourly
Location
San Rafael, CA
Job Type
Client Full Time
Job Number
2026.7
Department
Client Job Opportunities
Opening Date
07/12/2026
Closing Date
7/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
Are you an experienced wildfire prevention professional who enjoys leading field teams, supporting community safety, and helping reduce wildfire risk?
Are you a strong communicator who can coach others, maintain safety standards, and ensure inspection work is completed accurately and efficiently?
Are you excited to work outdoors in support of wildfire prevention efforts throughout Marin County?
If so, the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) may be right for you!
They are seeking a qualified, organized, safety-minded, and team-oriented candidate to apply for the position of Seasonal Wildfire Inspector - Squad Leader.
Apply today!
Note: This position is designated as a seasonal, extra hire classification.
Regional Government Services and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority.
The Position
The Seasonal Wildfire Inspector - Squad Leader works under the direction of program leads. This position oversees a team of seasonal wildfire inspectors and is responsible for coordinating daily assignments, supporting safe and efficient field operations, reviewing inspection work, and helping ensure quality and consistency in the field.
The Squad Leader serves as a primary point of contact for program leaders and assists with day-to-day field coordination, staff training, report review, communication of fire-risk findings, and resolution of on-site issues. This position plays an important role in supporting effective wildfire prevention efforts through defensible space inspections, public education, and field-based fire mitigation activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with wildfire inspection or prevention experience who is ready to take on a lead-worker role while continuing to support hands-on field work.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:
COMPETENCIES
Adaptability and Flexibility - Can shift gears comfortably.
Attention to Detail - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy.
Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information verbally and in writing
Decision Making - Uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions within documented organizational boundaries.
Initiative - Assesses and initiates things independently.
Interpersonal Relations and Skills - Builds relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Leadership - Provides direction, training, coaching, and support to seasonal wildfire inspectors while promoting accountability and quality work.
Results Orientation and Execution - Manages time and priorities effectively
Safety - Works to comply with safetyregulations and helps to promote safety consciousness and well-being.
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with others in order to achieve a goal.
About the Client
The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) leads the development of fire adapted communities using sound scientific, financial, programmatic, ecological practices, vegetation management, community education, evacuation, and warning systems with the support of its member and partner agencies. Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority communities are informed, prepared, fire adapted, resilient, and capable of withstanding a major fire limiting loss of life and major property damage while protecting our rich environmental diversity.
Examples of Duties
Typical Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities need to succeed within the role. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
Experience:
One (1) year of experience working as a wildfire inspector or equivalent in wildfire prevention. Prior leadership, lead-work, or supervisory experience is preferred. Additional relevant coursework as described above may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Supplemental Information
SALARY & BENEFITS
APPLICATION PROCESS AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Applications must be submitted on-line through this applicant tracking system. Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.
Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system.
All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.
The deadline to apply is July 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.
Appraisal Process - (Pass/Fail) After the closing deadline, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria indicated in this announcement.
This process may also include various interviews and/or a skills assessment exam to rank applications, and to prepare a Qualified Candidate List.
Application - Minimum Qualification Assessment - (Pass/Fail) All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and assessed for each applicants ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.
Remote Screen Interview Exam - (Pass/Fail) Candidates who pass the Remote Screen Interview assessment will be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. The Remote Screen Interview will be conducted via a video conference platform and is tentatively scheduled for late-July 2026.
Oral Board Interview Exam - (100%) Applicants may be selected for consideration to participate in an Oral Board Interview appraisal to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. The Oral Board Interview is tentatively scheduled for early-to-mid August. Successful candidates will be placed on a list of qualified candidates.
Successful candidates will be submitted to the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority for further consideration.
All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to dprieto@rgs.ca.gov.
Neither Regional Government Services nor the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority are responsible for failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise RGS by mailing dprieto@rgs.ca.gov.
The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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In addition to the application details, answers to the supplemental questions will be used to determine qualifications for this position. All experience referenced in your answers must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of application. Please answer as thoroughly as possible and do not type "see resume" in lieu of answering any required questions. By indicating "Yes" below, you are acknowledging receipt of this information.
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you answered with an Associate's degree or higher in the question above, please indicate your degree major. If you did not earn an associate's degree or higher please type N/A.
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How many years of professional experience do you have conducting wildfire inspections, defensible space inspections, wildfire prevention activities, fire mitigation work, or closely related field inspection work?
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To what extent have you directed, led, coordinated, or supervised the work of field staff, inspection teams, crews, seasonal employees, or other team members?
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To what extent have you reviewed, approved, prepared, or submitted inspection reports, enforcement documentation, corrective action notices, field notes, or similar documentation?
Required Question
Employer Regional Government Services
Address View Job Posting for Agency Information
., California, 93924
Phone 1-650-587-7314
Website https://www.rgsjpa.org/