Fire and Stewardship Crew Member
About The Position
The Fire and Stewardship Crew Member (FSCM) participates in prescribed fire operations which include ignition, control, post ignition operations, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. The FSCM will participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, community health indices (CHI) monitoring and other tasks. This FSCM will assist in ecological stewardship practices such as woody encroachment reduction, invasive species control, and other preserve maintenance tasks. As part of the FSCM’s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn and stewardship techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification 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 prescribed fire activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state and federal agencies, either as a TNC employee, or as a volunteer or short-term employee of the partner entity (such as an administratively determined, short term federal employee). May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certifications for: Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wild Land Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), NIMS: An Introduction (IS-700.B).
- Expected to achieve physical fitness standard as determined by local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual (arduous pack test).
- Experience operating various types of equipment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g. First Aid, CPR, and driver’s license).
- Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Ability and willingness to follow instructions from colleagues.
- Requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
- Employment contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
Nice To Haves
- 6 months - 1 year of related experience.
- Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Responsibilities
- Participates in prescribed fire operations including ignition, control, post ignition operations, suppression, and monitoring.
- Prepares fire lines and maintains equipment.
- Conducts community health indices (CHI) monitoring.
- Assists in ecological stewardship practices such as woody encroachment reduction, invasive species control, and other preserve maintenance tasks.
- Keeps abreast of new burn and stewardship techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification credentials.
- Builds and maintains relationships in the professional conservation community and local community.
- Participates in prescribed fire activities in partnership with other organizations and agencies.
Benefits
- 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
- Housing provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
