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Cache Liaison

Position Description

Duties

When an incident is large enough to have multiple teams or there are multiple team assignments in any geographic area with multi-jurisdictional and multi-agencies involved, it may require the establishment of a Cache Liaison position assigned to the local servicing fire cache.  The Cache Liaison is the liaison between the Fire Cache Manager (FCMG) and the Logistics Section Chief (LSC), Supply Unit Leader (SPUL) and/or Receiving & Distribution Manager (RCDM).

  • Represents the Fire Cache and Fire Cache Manager.
  • Field contact person for Incident Management Team (IMT),  LSCs, SPULs, Area Command and National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) LSCs.
  • Maintains a list of incidents names with contact names and information.
  • Makes regular visits to each incident to establish personal contact with LSC and/or SPUL.  This involves spending quality time with those individuals and may include spending the night in camp.
  • Establish and maintain a good working relationship between the incident and the cache.
  • Informs individuals of how the servicing cache operates.
  • Keeps them up to date with availability of supplies and equipment.
  • Be up to date on different ordering procedures.
  • Individual is a troubleshooter and strives to resolve or assist incident personnel in resolving challenges and situations in the ordering and receiving of supplies and equipment.
  • Attends logistics/supply meetings.
  • Makes daily contact with the cache manager to keep him/her apprised of daily activities.
  • Is aware of new items in Cache.
  • Is aware of any kit changes.
  • Knows which items may be substituted for items that are out of stock.
  • Haz-mat and recycling awareness.
  • Interfaces with LSCs on Area Command & NIMO teams.
  • Participates on Fire Cache Managers conference calls, Area Command & NIMO Logistics conference calls.
  • Makes contact and establishes relationship with Expanded Dispatch.
  • Makes contact and establishes relationship with the Buying Team.

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Call for Nominations: Paul Gleason Lead by Example Award

Date: December 11, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
 Leadership Committee 

Do you know someone working in wildland fire who strives to make positive change and is undeterred by obstacles or setbacks? Now is your chance to give that person the acknowledgment they deserve by nominating them for a Paul Gleason Lead by Example Award.

This award, is presented by the NWCG Leadership Committee to remember Paul Gleason's contributions to the wildland fire community and to recognize individuals or groups that exhibit the same spirit and dedication to leadership – those who lead by example.

Nominations can be submitted via email with an attached Lead by Example Form to BLM_FA_Leadership_Feedback@blm.gov or through the online form. 

Tips for successful nominations and more information can be found on the Lead by Example webpage. All nominations must be submitted by December 31, 2025.

References:

Paul Gleason Lead By Example Award 

Paul Gleason Lead by Example Award Nomination Form 2025 

Leadership Committee 

Coming Soon! Ransom Road WFSTAR Module

Date: December 9, 2025
Questions about RT-130? 
Please contact: NWCG Audiovisual Specialist

On June 8, 1981, the Ransom Road Fire swept across Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, marking a defining moment in wildland fire management. This event led directly to the creation of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's professional fire program.

Later this month, NWCG will release a compelling video that brings the Ransom Road Fire to life through firsthand accounts, official reports, and animated maps. Rob Lee, second on site during the deployment, shares his powerful recollections of that day. 

This video will be going live later this month in NWCG's RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) Catalogue.

References:

WFSTAR Catalogue 

Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center

2025-2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign: "Leadership Levels" Now Available

Date: October 15, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Leadership Committee

NWCG is excited to announce the release of the Leadership Committee’s 2025–2026 Leadership Campaign, themed “Leadership Levels.” This annual initiative offers all students of leadership and wildland fire management an opportunity to engage with essential leadership skills and knowledge needed to lead effectively in dynamic environments.

The campaign is structured into four quarters and may be completed at any time between October 1, 2025 -December 31, 2026. Leadership levels will be released quarterly.

Quarter One materials are now available on the Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program website and focus on Leadership Level 1, Follower (Self-Leadership).

References:

2025/2026 NWCG Leadership Campaign - Leadership Levels

Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program

Leadership Committee

Updated! L-280, Followership to Leadership (Instructor-led) Course

Date: October 3, 2024
Questions? Please contact:
Leadership Committee

NWCG is pleased to announce the updated L-280, Followership to Leadership (Instructor-led) course is now available. L-280 is intended for operational personnel at the Firefighter Type 1 level, and for individuals pursuing Leadership Level 2, New Leader. 

This instructor-led course is a primer on leadership and the second formal course in the Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program. It helps emerging leaders build the confidence, skills, and mindset needed to lead effectively in high-risk environments. 

For more information about leadership development and available courses, visit the Leadership Committee Web Portal.

References:

L-280, Followership to Leadership (Instructor-led)

Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program

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