SEAT Manager 2025-00926
SEAT Manager 2025-00926
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Description and Functions
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Want to join something GREAT and make a differenceAre you interested in being on the cutting edge of Wildfire Aviation Initial Attack As a SEAT Manager you will be responsible for the daily management employment briefing and recordkeeping of 24 Single Engine Air Tankers pilots and facilities at the direction of the State Assistant Fire Management Officer(AFMO). These assets are an essential element of the Office of State Lands and Investments Forestry Divisions Strategic Wildland Fire Aviation Initial Attack Response Plan. This position operates with a high degree of independence to provide timely safe and accurate aerial support to Wyomings wildland firefighters. If being a part of our team interests you apply today!Fixed Wing Base Locations:
Casper Wyoming (Primary)
Worland Wyoming
Rock Springs Wyoming
Gillette Wyoming
Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer //
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.- Utilize agency policies and guidance such as the NWCG Standards for Airtanker Base Operations PMS 508 in decisionmaking and planning.
- Coordinate all tactical aircraft missions with local dispatch aerial supervision and/or the Fixed Wing Unit Manager.
- Obtains daily or more frequent briefings from one or all of these positions regarding mission priorities operational and tactical briefings.
- Serve as aviation liaison to airport management federal state and local officials aircraft vendors contractors and Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) etc.
- Conduct daily briefings and mission briefings with the pilots other contract personnel and government employees assigned to the operation.
- Document on Daily Ops leadership values and principles.
- Provide positive influence. Emphasize teamwork.
- Establish and communicate objectives priorities work assignments and performance expectations.
- Review the Base Operations Plan and obtain a briefing from the supervisor.
- Establish agency contacts and identify the chain of command that includes the Fire Management Officer aviation manager dispatch incident contact or ASGS and procurement person.
- Complete and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of the following documentation:
Preuse Inspection Sheet
Initial Pilot/Manager Briefing
Base Activity Log
Daily Operations Worksheet
Pilot Duty Day Log
Support Driver Duty Day Log
Cost Summary
AQD136A Contractor Performance Evaluation
AMD23E Payment Document Time Report (SF261
Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket (OF297
Incident Performance Evaluation (ICS 225 WF)
General Message (ICS 213
AVCOM / SAFECOM
EGP FLIGHT
Agencyspecific formsApply Aviation Safety & Risk Management Systems that include Policy Risk Management Assurance and Promotion.
Attend and assist with all required meetings and trainings.
Request communications and operations support through the AFMO.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
**Candidates will be considered asSEAT Manager (SEMG)Qualified Single Engine Air Tanker Manager (SEMG).
2 or more fire seasons of experience operating as a SEMG or higher.
Successfully supervised aerial wildland fire preparation and suppression efforts.
Understanding and knowledge of airspace conflicts and FFA rules.
4 or more seasons operating in the ICS system.
2 or more years of supervising in the ICS system.
Duty stations may change based on fire activity.
Requires travel for suppression preparedness firessupervision and to attend meetings or various trainings.
Frequent overnight travel is required for trainings meetings and fire assignments generally travel 1014 days in length.
A valid unrestricted drivers license
Red Card certification as a Single Engine Air Tanker Manager (SEMG) or Single Engine Air Tanker Manager Trainee (SEMGT) per NWCG 3101
KNOWLEDGE:Single Engine Air Tanker Manager (SEMG) Trainee
Ramp Manager (RAMP)
Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT)
Basic Level of Computer automation skills
1 year of supervisor experience with at least 2 personnel
2 fire seasons qualified in the Incident Command System for Wildfire operations.
Understanding and use of Interagency Aviation plans and contracts.
Knowledge of personnel management principles.
Skills in evaluating others abilities and assessing training needs.
Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None See PreferencesNecessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Many of the duties performed require some physical exertion working outdoors in adverse 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 and walk.
NOTES:- FLSA: NonExempt
- The employment period is from approximately April 2025 to October 2025 but may be extended to support the agencys 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
060Office of State Lands and Investments Forestry Division
Wyoming State Forestry Division website: to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
