Fire and Stewardship Seasonal

The Nature Conservancy•Silsbee, TX

4d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire and Stewardship Seasonal performs and participates in preserve operations and prescribed fire operations. They maintain preserve areas and perform land and wildlife management activities. The Fire and Stewardship Seasonal supervises no staff but may help plan and direct preserve work groups, including staff or volunteers. They conduct vegetation management and/or conduct species monitoring and may also manage livestock. The Fire and Stewardship Seasonal will assist in prescribed burn preparation and implementation as well as maintenance and operation of tools and equipment. They may work long hours independently in isolated settings while making day-to-day decisions as delegated by a supervisor. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain. Preference given to those with S130/190 and S212 certifications. This is a temporary (180-day duration), full-time position, beginning November 2026 to May 2027. This position will be based at the Roy E. Larsen Sandyland Preserve in Silsbee, TX and requires that you live on the conservation housing provided at the Wier Woods Preserve, in Lumberton, TX owned by TNC. The position requires during the first 30 days of hire, passing the Work Capacity Test consisting of a three-mile hike, carrying a forty-five pound pack, within forty-five minutes. If this is not timely completed, the role may automatically end as a result. Work will be conducted on TNC and partner properties primarily in East Texas with the expectation of periodic travel for work operations in other areas of the state. The employee will be expected to 1) assist with preserve management and habitat restoration practices; 2) learn and implement local plant and animal management techniques; 3) assist with prescribed fire preparation and implementation; 4) become familiar with and operate various equipment and machinery; 5) work with TNC staff, partner organizations, and volunteers to accomplish restoration and stewardship objectives; 6) assist in improving and maintaining preserve facilities. Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in a science-related field or related experience in land management.
Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
Experience operating various types of equipment safely and efficiently (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment).
Experience working in a team environment.
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Ability to pass the Work Capacity Test consisting of a three-mile hike, carrying a forty-five pound pack, within forty-five minutes within the first 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

S130/190 and S212 certifications

Responsibilities

Performs and participates in preserve operations and prescribed fire operations.
Maintains preserve areas and performs land and wildlife management activities.
Helps plan and direct preserve work groups, including staff or volunteers.
Conducts vegetation management and/or conducts species monitoring.
Manages livestock.
Assists in prescribed burn preparation and implementation.
Maintains and operates tools and equipment.
Works long hours independently in isolated settings while making day-to-day decisions as delegated by a supervisor.
Works in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Assists with preserve management and habitat restoration practices.
Learns and implements local plant and animal management techniques.
Assists with prescribed fire preparation and implementation.
Becomes familiar with and operates various equipment and machinery.
Works with TNC staff, partner organizations, and volunteers to accomplish restoration and stewardship objectives.
Assists in improving and maintaining preserve facilities.