After satisfactory performance, a wildland fire fighter GS 3 could be trained for which position?

A wildland firefighter at the GS 3 level, upon demonstrating satisfactory performance, can be trained for the position of a smoke jumper. Smoke jumpers are specially trained firefighters who jump from airplanes to combat wildfires in remote areas. This role requires advanced skills such as parachuting, navigating challenging terrains, and quickly establishing fire lines, all of which build upon the fundamental firefighting knowledge and skills acquired at the GS 3 level.

For the other options, while roles like wildfire prevention officer and fire investigation officer may involve firefighting experience, they typically require additional training or experience in specific areas such as prevention strategies or investigation techniques, which may not directly follow from a GS 3 position in wildland firefighting. Similarly, becoming a fire chief typically involves years of extensive experience in various fire service roles, often at a much higher rank than GS 3, as it encompasses significant leadership responsibilities and strategic management skills.