Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
SOC: 33-2022.00
Common Job Titles
Fire Management Officer
Fire Prevention Technician
Forest Officer
Forest Patrolman
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeDesign comprehensive fire prevention strategies and control measures integrating geographic, biological, and environmental factors.
Advanced
KnowledgeEvaluate forest fire hazards and environmental risk factors during field inspections in diverse terrain and weather conditions.
Proficient
KnowledgeAssess compliance with fire safety regulations and prevention protocols when conducting enforcement inspections independently.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate fire safety practices and regulatory compliance when engaging with public stakeholders and forest users.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate public safety priorities with environmental stewardship principles when developing educational programs and training materials.
Proficient
KnowledgeCoordinate fire prevention teams and emergency response personnel during active fire seasons and incident response situations.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret fire incident reports and geographic mapping data to communicate risk assessments to management and regulatory agencies.
Proficient
MindsetReconcile stakeholder concerns with regulatory requirements when resolving conflicts over forest access and fire prevention measures.
Proficient
KnowledgeAnalyze meteorological data from weather stations and monitoring equipment to predict fire behavior and recommend control measures.
Developing
Hands-onOperate GPS devices, surveillance equipment, and portable weather monitoring tools during field surveillance in remote forest areas.
Developing
Hands-onExecute physical inspection tasks in challenging terrain using specialized forestry equipment and vehicles under varied environmental conditions.
Developing
KnowledgeApply administrative and personnel management principles to organize, schedule, and prioritize fire prevention activities across jurisdictions.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
2,780
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $33,590. 25th percentile: U.S. $41,000. 50th percentile: U.S. $52,380. 75th percentile: U.S. $77,780. 90th percentile: U.S. $100,450. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$33,590
10% of workers earn the following or more
$100,450
Workers on average earn
$61,820
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Administration and Management4.0/5
Customer and Personal Service3.8/5
Education and Training3.7/5
Personnel and Human Resources3.7/5
Public Safety and Security3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
