Lead Wildland Firefighter
Location: Chama, New Mexico
Posted June 5th, 2026
Employer: NM Forestry Division
Location: Chama, New Mexico
Status: Full time, permanent
Application Deadline:
$26.57 - $39.86 hourly; $55,273 - $82,909 annually
NM Forestry Division retains lead responsibility for wildland fire management on all non-federal, non-tribal, non-municipal lands, maintaining fire suppression capacities and emphasizing public and firefighter safety. The Forestry Division promotes healthy, sustainable forests and watersheds in New Mexico for the benefit of current and future generations.This level is assigned to provide day-to-day leadership and management of crew members and programs. It is their responsibility to keep the unit supervisor informed of all aspects related to public safety and effective operations and program administration
