Analysis of Job Satisfaction Status and Improvements for Wildland Firefighters

In recent years, the global escalation and prolonged nature of wildfires have exacerbated challenges in recruiting and retaining wildland firefighters, leading to increased job aversion and turnover rates. To address this issue, the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Forest Service have actively conducted surveys and research to improve the duties and well-being of wildland firefighters, expanding specialized training, increasing wages, and implementing health promotion programs through additional budget allocation for wildfire management. However, domestically, there is a lack of comprehensive research on the job satisfaction and appropriateness of organizational structures for wildland firefighters. This study analyzes job satisfaction among domestic wildland firefighters through a survey (correlation analysis, one-way ANOVA, independent sample t-tests, regression analysis, etc.) and proposes solutions for identified issues by referencing U.S. wildfire management policies. Recommendations focus on enhancing the treatment and job satisfaction of domestic wildland firefighters.