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How much do fire operations specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire operations specialist in the United States is $68,426.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fire Operations Specialist vs Firefighter?

AspectFire Operations SpecialistFirefighter
Required CertificationsFirefighter certification, EMT/paramedic license often preferredFirefighter certification, EMT/paramedic license often required
Work EnvironmentEmergency response, training, planning, and coordination rolesActive firefighting, rescue, and emergency response
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, emergency management agencies

While both roles involve emergency response and require similar certifications, Fire Operations Specialists often focus on planning, coordination, and training within fire departments, whereas Firefighters are primarily engaged in active firefighting and rescue operations. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in fire service careers.

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Infographic showing various Fire Operations Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,426 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Wildland Firefighter (Fire Operations Specialist)

Council, ID • On-site

Recruitment and Hiring | US Forest Service
See more jobs at Recruitment and Hiring | US Forest Serviceexternal

$67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

These positions will be located at a USDA Forest Service Unit.
This position serves as a technical specialist in the area of fire suppression and fire leadership in support of the unit's initial attack fire suppression effort.
See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION for Regional Contacts.Qualifications:

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards.
Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements.
Specialized Experience Requirement:
For the GW-08: You must have one year specialized experience equivalent to the GW-07 in the Federal service. Examples of Specialized experience may include: Performed limited operational projects to address technical fire management problems, such as assisting with the analysis of on-the-ground fuel conditions, weather, and availability of resources to ensure conformance to fire management plans; gathers data for the development of fuel treatment and urban plans; assist in the implementation of the fuels management program; and executes forestry and fire management support work such as monitoring and inspecting timber and reporting on contractor compliance.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a secondary firefighter position under 5 USC 8336 (CSRS) and 8412(d) (FERS). Prior wildland firefighting experience is required. There is no age limit for entry into secondary positions. Firefighter retirement coverage of the incumbent depends upon his or her individual work history.
WORK CAPACITY TEST (WCT) for Wildland Firefighters: This position participates in wildland firefighting activities. Based on the type of work performed, TAKING and PASSING the WCT at the ARDUOUS level is a condition of employment.
To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education:

There is no education requirement or substitution for this position.

Employment Type: OTHER

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