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NWCG positions enable consistent and uniform performance by personnel mobilized by position under NIMS-ICS principles. The position catalog provides comprehensive information about each NWCG position, those for which NWCG establishes qualifications standards. Agency-specific positions such as those located in the Federal Wildland Fire Qualifications Supplement are not included in this catalog.

Positions denoted with an asterisk (*) use the established FEMA National Qualifications System all-hazard position as the baseline for the NWCG wildland fire position.

Note: Filter all IPDs using the IPD Status column to quickly see which ones are under review.

Position Title Position Code Functional Area Steward Key Stakeholders IPD Status ID IDQR
Assistant Area Commander, Logistics ACLC Logistics ILSC Approved 29528 32797
Base/Camp Manager BCMG Logistics ILSC Approved 29541 32804
Communications Unit Leader* COML Logistics ILSC Approved 29588 32853
Equipment Manager EQPM Logistics ILSC Approved 29590 32861
Facilities Unit Leader* FACL Logistics ILSC Approved 29591 32974
Food Unit Leader* FDUL Logistics ILSC Approved 29592 32978
Ground Support Unit Leader* GSUL Logistics ILSC Approved 29593 32984
Incident Communications Center Manager INCM Logistics ILSC National Coordination System Committee Approved 29594 32990
Incident Communications Technician* COMT Logistics ILSC Approved 29589 32856
Logistics Section Chief Complex LSCC Logistics ILSC Approved 36914 36919
Logistics Section Chief Type 1* LSC1 Logistics ILSC Approved 29595 32996
Logistics Section Chief Type 2* LSC2 Logistics ILSC Approved 29596 33129
Logistics Section Chief Type 3* LSC3 Logistics ILSC Approved 29597 33132
Medical Unit Leader* MEDL Logistics IMUS Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved 29599 32875
Ordering Manager ORDM Logistics ILSC Approved 29600 33135
Radio Operator RADO Logistics ILSC National Coordination System Committee Approved 29601 33140
Receiving/Distribution Manager RCDM Logistics ILSC Approved 29603 33143
Security Manager SECM Logistics ILSC Approved 29604 33146
Supply Unit Leader* SPUL Logistics ILSC Approved 29608 33149
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2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards

Date: May 22, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards. Each year, EMC recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated exceptional actions or accomplishments that go above and beyond their normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of the wildland fire community. These honors are well deserved.

References:

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

NWCG Emergency Medical Committee

NWCG Welcomes the Incident Management Teams Association as an Associate Member

Date: May 21, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
https://www.nwcg.gov/contact-us

The NWCG Executive Board is honored to announce that the Incident Management Teams Association (IMTA) has joined the National Wildfire Coordinating Group as an associate member.

IMTA is a dedicated group of incident management professionals committed to enhancing the profession by promoting standards and fostering collaboration across federal, state, local, Tribal, and private sector partners throughout all phases of incident management.

“Joining NWCG aligns with our mission to elevate incident management professionals nationwide,” said Dr. Randal Collins, President of IMTA. “This is a proud moment for all of us committed to advancing public safety.”

References:

Incident Management Teams Association

National Wildfire Coordinating Group

Updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

Date: May 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fire Use Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431 serves as a supplemental resource for wildland fire module operations, providing information frequently used in the field.

PMS 431 defines the organizational structure, staffing, and qualifications for Type 1 and Type 2 Wildland Fire Modules, outlining their roles in wildland fire suppression, prescribed fire, and resource management. The NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431, should be used in conjunction with the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430.

References:

NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430

Updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 Now Includes Off-Highway Vehicle Typing Standards

Date: May 13, 2025
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Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee 

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 has been updated to include newly developed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) typing standards. These standards organize OHV information into logical categories and outline key safety requirements for occupants.

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 establishes minimum typing standards for aircraft, crews, and equipment used in national mobilization to wildland fire incidents. Typing designations are assigned based on measurable capability and performance criteria.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200