Fire Management Specialist
Kansas State University
About This Role
Kansas Forest Service is looking for a service-oriented individual to serve as our Fire Management Specialist. This position supports Kansas fire departments by managing equipment programs, fleet, trailers, fire cache, and radio systems. It ensures the readiness, distribution, and tracking of critical resources, and handles state and national reporting. This role also directly supports the KFS's preparedness and capacity to respond to wildland fires across the state. By maintaining deployable assets and coordinating resources, the position ensures rapid and effective fire response when incidents occur.
About Us
The Kansas Forest Service is the 5th oldest state forestry agency in the country established in 1887 and is housed as an independent agency within K-State Extension. The agency employs 45 full-time employees, and 50+ temporary and student positions, housed in Manhattan, KS and offices throughout the state. Our programs include Rural Forestry, Community Forestry, Fire Management, Conservation Tree Planting, Forest Health, and Marketing and Utilization. The KFS Fire Program is proud to help empower fire departments to provide better service to Kansans through training, equipment, and financial assistance.
Worksite Description
This position is Hybrid eligible. Minimum of 3 days per week in the KFS State Office in Manhattan, KS
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.)
One year of relevant experience
Valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in natural resources, emergency management, or relevant field
• 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS)
• Experience working within a fire program or fire department
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Relationship building experience to work closely with a variety of partners
• Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timelines
• Familiarity with fire apparatus and related equipment sufficient to communicate effectively with fire service personnel and understand operational needs
• Basic computer skills (i.e., ability to use PC, laptops, tablets, etc. Experience using Microsoft Office suite. Able to use databases for entry and data look up. Able to communicate via email)
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Professional references
Application Window
Applications close on: November 24, 2025
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
$50,000 - $60,000
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