Battalion Supervisor

Wildfire Defense Systems (WDS) is the North American leader in insurer wildfire services, combining professional wildfire consulting and loss intervention services with Qualified Insurance Resources (QIR). Founded in 2001 to fulfill initial-attack assignments for the US Forest Service, the company added professional services support in 2005 and launched wildfire loss-intervention programs for insurers in 2008.

The Battalion Supervisor (BATS) position is a leadership and management role with a primary focus on

administrative functions, including logistics, planning, coordination, and personnel oversight (approximately 85% of

duties). The BATS is responsible for ensuring operational readiness and organizational efficiency through effective

leadership, employee training, resource and supply management, and administrative oversight of personnel,

vehicles, inventory, and data/metrics reporting.

Business Administration and Management (Primary Mission 85%)

This is a full-time, in-person, year-round position with a flexible off-season schedule designed to balance
workload demands during peak wildfire activity periods.

1. A combination of accredited education, demonstrated leadership experience, and a proven track record of
success in managing large teams within complex operational or resource management environments.
Experience should be equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or higher. Preferred fields of study include Business
Administration, Emergency/Incident Management, or Logistics.

2. Extensive leadership experience—minimum of five years—in progressively responsible roles overseeing large,
diverse teams in dynamic, high-tempo environments. Experience should reflect the ability to lead across
multiple operational domains, including logistics, personnel management, and incident response.

3. Demonstrated success in applying the principles of the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident
Management System (NIMS) in real-world scenarios. Prior qualifications or verifiable experience in incident
management roles are highly preferred.

4. Proven ability to lead with integrity, sound judgment, and strategic foresight—fostering a positive,
professional, and mission-driven culture across large teams and geographically dispersed operations.

5. Strong organizational and management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, solve complex
problems, and adapt to rapidly changing operational conditions.

6. Expertise in authoring and delivering operational documentation, including daily mission plans, training
outlines, After Action Reports (AARs), and contributions to Incident Action Plans (IAPs), clearly articulating
goals, strategies, and tactical objectives.

7. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information
clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including executive leadership, field personnel, and interagency
partners.

8. Demonstrated commitment to a culture of safety, with a deep understanding of risk management principles
and the ability to implement safety protocols in high-risk environments.

9. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and operational platforms such as Power Apps, with the ability to
manage data, reporting, and digital workflows efficiently.

The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this position. The role includes both administrative and field-based responsibilities,
requiring a balance of office-based tasks and physical activity in dynamic environments.

1. Administrative/Office Environment (Approximately 85%)

• Regularly required to communicate effectively through speaking and listening.

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers for typing or handling objects, and reach
with arms.

• Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods and manage multiple administrative tasks
simultaneously.

2. Field Operations (Approximately 15%)

• Must be capable of lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

• Required to walk, stand, and perform physical tasks for extended periods in outdoor environments, often
under adverse weather or terrain conditions.

• May be required to push, pull, lift, or carry equipment and supplies.

• Must possess sufficient core strength and endurance to perform physical tasks with minimal fatigue.

• Requires good manual dexterity, coordination of multiple limbs, and the ability to move quickly and
efficiently.

• High levels of stamina and physical resilience are essential for success in field deployments.

This position supervises others.

$85,0000 - $90,000

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a

general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts WDS rights to assign or reassign duties and

responsibilities to this job at any time. Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all

employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to

race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,

gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to

all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,

transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.