WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

　　Landscapes throughout North America are adapted to fire, and Indigenous Peoples have lived alongside and used fire to steward the land since time immemorial. Today, the relationships between fire and people, and fire and the land, are quite different resulting from a legacy of fire exclusion policy, land use practices and a changing climate. Extreme wildfire events can be devastating with mounting societal costs, and the absence of fire can damage ecosystems and Indigenous cultures. The Nature Conservancy and our partners envision a better future with fire -one in which natural areas are sustained by and ready for fire and communities are empowered and prepared to live with fire.

　　The Nature Conservancy's North America Fire program is developing the prescribed fire workforce and expanding the use of proactive beneficial fire to improve the safety of human communities and the health of natural systems. We manage a large and diverse roster of employees, contractors, and volunteers and collaborate with other TNC business units, federal, state, local and Tribal governments, NGOs, and academic partners to increase workforce capacity and put more good fire on the ground in the places where it matters most.

　　WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

　　Prescribed Fire Practitioners will be a part of The Nature Conservancy's North America Fire program. They will report to the Director of Prescribed Fire Training and work in close coordination with local TNC and/or USDA Forest Service fire management staff.

　　Prescribed Fire Practitioners will have the opportunity to participate in several prescribed fire assignments on lands managed by The Nature Conservancy, the USDA Forest Service, and other local, state, federal, NGO, university, and Tribal partners between January and June 2024. Locations of assignments include (but are not limited to) California, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. In most cases, the minimum assignment length will be two weeks. Applicants who are available to work 5-6 assignments between January and June 2024 may receive priority during the selection process. Please indicate your earliest potential start date and periods of availability in your application.

　　Prescribed Fire Practitioners will represent the North America Fire program in the places they work. Their attitude, professionalism, and knowledge of the job will be important as they conduct prescribed burns, prepare fire lines, maintain equipment, conduct post-burn monitoring, and complete other land management duties. They will work independently and in teams, lead others, follow direction from supervisors, teach courses, and mentor others, while also advancing their own training and qualifications. They will be expected to serve in roles commensurate with their qualifications and experience.

　　This is a part-time, seasonal, hourly position and overtime applies after the first 40 hours each week. Hourly compensation will range from $25.00 to $32.00 per hour. Prescribed Fire Practitioners who are qualified at Single Resource Boss (ENGB, FIRB, and/or CRWB) level will earn approximately $28.00 per hour. Prescribed Fire Practitioners who are qualified at the Burn Boss (RXB2) level will earn approximately $32.00 per hour.

　　Travel expenses, meals, and lodging will be covered when traveling for assignments. Approved purchases of required equipment will be partially or fully reimbursed.

　　Prescribed Fire Practitioners will be expected to:

　　Direct tasks in coordination with local Nature Conservancy and/or USDA Forest Service Fire Management staff.Function as a contributing member of a mixed-gender, cross-generational team with a range of skills and experience.Ensure safe work practices.Be able to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.ssist with all aspects of prescribed burning.Operate ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chain saws, and leaf blowers, and tow trailers.Maintain assigned equipment.Maintain accurate records of work time, expenses, etc. and submit reports in a timely manner.Become competent with mobile mapping and data collection such as Collector for ArcGIS and Avenza Maps.Demonstrate a commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

　　WHAT YOU'LL BRING

　　High school diploma and one year of training in fire operations, science-related field or similar field or related experience in land management.Qualified Firefighter Type One (Squad Boss) and successful completion of FFT1 task book. Requirements for FFT1 can be found in the Conservancy Fire Management Manual at: http://www.tncfiremanual.org/SquadBoss.htm.Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment.Experience supervising staff or volunteers.Must be able to obtain related licenses and certifications as required (e.g. herbicide application, First Aid and CPR).Must have valid driver's license. Please indicate this in your resume.WHAT WE BRING

　　Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

　　TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

　　We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

　　SALARY INFORMATION

　　The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $25 - $32 per hour. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

　　APPLY NOW

　　To apply for job ID 54388, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on January 2, 2024. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].