Josh Tellessen

Complex Fire Management Program Suppression/Operations Oversight

Supervises and coordinates day-to-day operations of Complex Wildland Fire Suppression Resources including suppression activities; fuels inventory and treatment; and timber management activities

Prepares or directs the preparation of prescribed burn prescribed burn
A prescribed burn is the controlled use of fire to restore wildlife habitat, reduce wildfire risk, or achieve other habitat management goals. We have been using prescribed burn techniques to improve species habitat since the 1930s.

Learn more about prescribed burn plans following Service policy and safety standards