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Agency Administrator Liaison - Advanced Level

Position Description

Introduction

This position is utilized at the local/unit level.  The position will provide guidance, support, mentoring and assistance to local Agency Administrators.  The intent of this position is to serve as a liaison to the local Agency Administrator.  People serving in this position should have been previously qualified at the advanced level.  They will serve as a coach to the local Agency Administrator.  This will assist with the development of Agency Administrators who are not yet qualified at the advanced level.

Duties

  • Serves as a Coach or Mentor for Journey and Working Agency Administrators.
  • Helps the local Agency Administrator determine if use of fire funds is in compliance with Agency policies.
  • Assists the local Agency Administrator to ensure that all firefighting actions are aligned with the Wildfire Response policy and consider interagency guidance.
  • Assists the local Agency Administrator to utilize the WFDSS process to inform and document decisions related to course of action, resource allocations, and risk management considerations.
  • Reviews the Risk and Complexity Assessment to accompany the WFDSS Published Decision with the local Agency Administrator.
  • Assists the local Agency Administrator to prepare and issue a written Delegation of Authority to the Incident Commander and to other appropriate officials (Agency Administrator Representative, Resource Advisor, and Incident Business Advisor).
  • Assists with the initial briefing to the Incident Management Team.
  • Reviews daily Incident Action Plans to ensure tactics and other direction are compatible with the strategic objectives provided for the incident.
  • Assists the local Agency Administrator in determining standards for fire suppression rehabilitation and repair work.
  • Assists the local Agency Administrator in preparing the performance evaluation for the Incident Management Team.
  • Completes a written performance evaluation of the Agency Administrator.

Position Knowledge and/or Requirements

  • Knowledge of National and regional fire program management including ability to integrate fire and fuels management across all program areas and functions
  • Knowledge to oversee a fire management program including budget, preparedness, prevention, suppression, and hazardous fuels reduction
  • Knowledge and experience of the Incident Command System and large fire management organization (IMTs and Unified Command)
  • Knowledge of agency cost management direction
  • Ability to assist with key document preparation such as Delegation of Authority and Wildland Fire Decision Support System (WFDSS)
  • Ability to build interpersonal relations with local elected officials, community and business leaders, and local fire cooperators
  • ICS-100 Introduction to Incident Command System
  • ICS-200 Basic Incident Command System for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700 Introduction to Interagency National Incident Management System (NIMS)
  • Local Fire Management Leadership
  • Wildland Fire Decision Support System (WFDSS) Certification
  • Annual WFDSS Refresher
  • Wilderness Stewardship
  • Incident Management for Agency Administrator – field session
  • Successful management of a minimum of five (5) Type 1 or 2 fires (at least one of which is a Type 1 wildland fire)
  • Management oversight of a moderate to high complexity fire management program

NWCG Latest Announcements

2025 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

Date:  June 12, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) announces the recipients of the 2025 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Awards. EMC annually recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated outstanding actions or accomplishments that are above and beyond the expectation of one’s normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety of the wildland fire community. These awards are well deserved.

References:

2025 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

Emergency Medical Committee

Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book Now Available for RAMP

Date:  June 12, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Airtanker Base Operations Unit

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Ramp Manager (RAMP).

The Performance Support Package for this position was developed as part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization effort. These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their respective roles.

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1, scheduled for release in January 2027.

References:

NWCG Ramp Manager Position Page

National Interagency Aviation Committee

Make an Impact: Serve the Wildland Fire Community as an IPTM SME!

Date:  June 11, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: NWCG SME Specialist

Note: Positions with an * will last approximately 6 months.
Positions with ** will last 12 - 18 months.

NWCG is seeking experienced wildland firefighters and support personnel to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) initiative. IPTM aims to transition NWCG’s training and qualification system to a performance-based model by updating position descriptions, Incident Position Standards, Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs), and training where needed.

NWCG is currently recruiting SMEs for the Fall 2026 positions listed below:

  • Equipment Manager (EQPM)*
  • Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT)**
  • Mixmaster (MXMS)*
  • Public Information Officer Complex (PIOC)*
  • Retardant Crewmember (RTCM)*
  • Strike Team Leader Crew (STCR)*
  • Strike Team Leader Engine (STEN)*
  • Strike Team Leader Heavy Equipment (STEQ)*
  • Task Force Leader (TFLD)**
  • Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF)** 

Projects begin October 2026. Sign up by July 10, 2026, at the link below and review the attached document for additional details. 

References:

NWCG SME Interest Sign-up

IPTM Subject Matter Expert Duties and Expectations Document

Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)

RMC Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters

Date:  May 28, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Risk Management Committee

The Risk Management Committee (RMC) has issued Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters. Research from 2016 to 2025 shows that 88 cases of rhabdomyolysis (rhabdo) were reported. Analysis of reports from eSafety, the Safety Management Information System (SMIS), and the Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center (LLC) indicates that rhabdo is common during this time of year due to Work Capacity Tests and contributing factors such as weather, hydration, nutrition, and medication or supplement use.

RMC issued this safety bulletin to raise awareness in the Wildland Fire Community, and to provide research findings and educational resources that support reducing future cases of rhabdo.

References:

NWCG Alerts

RMC Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters