Utah Fire Information
The BLM Utah Fire and Aviation Program is responsible for fire suppression, treatment of hazardous fuels, fire prevention and investigation, and fire rehabilitation on nearly 23 million acres of public lands in Utah. As of the 2024 10-year average, Utah experiences 1,090 wildfires a year that burn approximately 137,276 acres per year. Working in a variety of firefighting and support positions, we annually employ many seasonal and permanent personnel. There are 31 engines located throughout the state and two helicopters with firefighting crews. The Bonneville Hotshots are based in Salt Lake City. We host one permanent air tanker base in Cedar City and several single engine air tanker bases during fire season.
Our community assistance program is active in providing local residents and visitors with fire prevention and education information, community fire planning, and investigating the causes of fires.
We are engaged with partners at multiple scales in reducing hazardous fuels and improving ecosystem health.
Major fuels management initiatives in Utah include:
- Reducing fire’s impact on sage-grouse
- Cooperative hazardous fuel reduction projects through the Watershed Restoration Initiative
- Implementing strategies toward resilient landscapes
We assist with training of local fire departments through the Local Cooperator Assistance Program. In addition to supporting the five wildland fire dispatch centers in the state, we host the Great Basin Coordination Center located in Salt Lake City.
Firefighting is an exciting career! Interested in applying for a firefighting position? Applications for summer seasonal work are accepted typically in November-January. See our current vacancies below.
Fire Positions
You can find current fire positions using the drop down menu below or checking USAJOBS, the official Federal Government's employment site.
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- FUELS & PREVENTION POSITIONS
Announcement Number: FADHA-25-12743118-AE
Position Information: Supports all aspects of a fuels management program by planning, implementing, and evaluating prescribed fire and hazardous fuels treatments. Provides technical guidance, develops project plans and prescriptions, and conducts monitoring to inform treatment effectiveness and future planning.
Appointment Type: Permanent
Location(s): Price & Salt Lake City
Pay Scale & Grade: GS-0456-07/08/09
Open Period: 05/30/2025 - 06/09/2025
Wildland Firefighter (Prevention)
Announcement Number: FADHA-25-12742566-AE
Position Information: Develops and leads wildfire prevention and mitigation programs by educating the public, local communities, and tribal governments on fire ecology and risk reduction strategies. Provides technical expertise, conducts investigations and planning, and represents the organization in workshops and interagency coordination efforts.
Appointment Type: Permanent
Location(s): Salt Lake City or Fillmore
Pay Scale & Grade: GS-0456-08/09
Open Period: 05/28/2025 - 06/09/2025
Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Management)
Announcement Number: FADHA-25-12744711-AE
Position Information: Leads and oversees all aspects of the fuels management and prescribed fire program, including planning, implementation, evaluation, and compliance with air quality standards. Also supervises staff, coordinates multi-agency efforts, and serves in a technical oversight role for contracts and training.
Appointment Type: Permanent
Location(s): Salt Lake City or Fillmore
Pay Scale & Grade: GS-0456-11
Open Period: 06/03/2025 - 06/16/2025
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