The Fire and Stewardship Crew Leader (FSCL) will work in a team environment and participate in prescribed fire operations which include ignition, control, post ignition operations, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. The FSCL will participate and may lead teams of crew members in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, community health monitoring and other tasks. This FSCL will assist in and may guide a team conducting ecological stewardship practices such as woody encroachment reduction, invasive species control, and other preserve maintenance tasks. As part of the Crew Leader’s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certifications and stewardship credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional conservation community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in fire & stewardship activities in partnership with other non-profits and local, state, and federal agencies. The Crew Leader will be part of the Grand River Grasslands Fire & Stewardship Team. This role with work with Fire & Stewardship Crew Members in the field with direction given by the Fire & Stewardship Coordinator in their respective region. The Crew Leader must have experience or capability to perform basic maintenance on hand tools, power equipment, vehicles, and trailers. They will perform preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire, so being prepared for a flexible work schedule is necessary. The Crew Leader will be expected to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. The Crew Leader will work in a high stress team environment and be able to independently lead crew members to complete fire & stewardship tasks. They should have conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. The Crew Leader should be prepared for crew housing, where crew members will be in proximity both during and after work hours. The Fire and Stewardship Crew Leader will be based out of Dunn Ranch Prairie in Hatfield, MO . The Crew Leader will be expected to travel statewide on occasion. Housing is provided. Camping may be necessary on occasion for short durations. Start date for the crew leader is February 12, 2026 . The season will last for a 9-month duration.