[Hiring] Prescribed Fire Practitioner II @The Nature Conservancy

Role Description

Join us as a Prescribed Fire Practitioner and be at the heart of an evolving fire culture. The Nature Conservancy’s North America Fire program is developing a prescribed fire workforce to put more good fire on the ground in the places where it matters most.

Your journey with the North America Fire program means flexible work schedules, living wages, and countless opportunities to grow as a fire professional. Plus, you’ll build strong relationships within the fire community and local areas where we operate.

The Prescribed Fire Practitioner II functions as a member of North America Fire’s Prescribed Fire Modules program. They assist on prescribed and wildland fire operations throughout the United States by:

• Conducting prescribed burns
• Preparing fire lines
• Maintaining equipment
• Monitoring post-burn fire effects
• Carrying out other prescribed fire and vegetation management related tasks

The Prescribed Fire Practitioner II will be expected to:

• Perform tasks under the supervision of the Prescribed Fire Module Leader and in coordination with local TNC and/or U.S. Forest Service fire management staff
• Function as a professional and respectful member of a diverse team
• Assist with all aspects of prescribed burning
• Operate ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chainsaws, and leaf blowers
• Tow trailers and maintain assigned equipment
• Become competent with mobile mapping and data collection such as Collector for ArcGIS and Avenza Maps
• Perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain
• Follow established safe work practices
• Maintain accurate records of work time, expenses, etc. and submit reports in a timely manner
• Conduct themselves in ways that are consistent with TNC’s Code of Conduct

This is a part-time, seasonal, hourly position, and overtime applies after the first 40 hours each week. Hourly compensation will range from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour.

The Prescribed Fire Practitioner II can reside anywhere in the contiguous United States and travel to and from assignments. They will be expected to be on prescribed fire assignments at least eight weeks during their six-month employment term.

The use of alcohol and recreational drugs is prohibited any time while on assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain the qualifications for Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2)
• Experience operating various types of equipment
• Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g., First Aid, CPR)

Requirements

• Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual
• Six months to one year of related experience
• Has a valid driver’s license and good driving record

Benefits

• Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
• Parental leave
• Accrued paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Other life and work well-being benefits