Fire Ecology Field Technician

The Nature Conservancy•Flagstaff, AZ

8d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Ecology Field Technicians performs a variety of routine tasks that assists the implementation of fire monitoring work plans within the Forest Program. The Technicians will work from the Flagstaff office and field sites throughout the Flagstaff area. This a short-term, temporary, non-exempt, position expected to be funded through December 2026 and could change based on business needs. The Fire Ecology Field Technician performs a variety of routine tasks that assists the implementation of fire monitoring work plans within the Forest Program. The Fire Ecology Field Technician provides assistance to science and program staff in the collection of ecological field monitoring data in pre- and post-fire forested environments of Northern Arizona.

Requirements

Associates Degree in natural resources; environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months’ experience.
Experience managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple sources.
Youth certified (completes TNC training within initial 30 days of employment; annually thereafter).
Experience: Working with computers and related software, such as Windows, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word), “Box”, Teams, web browsers and internet research.
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers."
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Field experience.
Ability to assist with program budget development and monitoring.
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
Time management skills.
Experience using Geographic Positioning Systems hardware (e.g., Trimble, Garmin) and/or software.
Experience with detail-oriented and numerical tasks, specifically collection of ecological field data.
Experience working in a metrics driven culture.

Responsibilities

Collect and return field equipment and TNC vehicle from Flagstaff office.
Navigating to field plots using GPS.
Measuring fuels and forest structure (e.g. tree diameters) using a variety of equipment.
Recording detailed information from measurements into handheld tablets
Participate in Arizona Chapter and TNC-wide meetings and efforts.
Timely and accurate completion of administrative functions such as performance reviews, expense reports, and timecards.
Maintain project records.
May perform financial or administrative work related to project appraisals, surveys or title work.
May purchase equipment and supplies as provided for in budget.
May assist with program budget development and monitoring.
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Position executes all duties within the Conservancy’s Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, business practices, processes and guidelines and Business Unit (BU) practices.
Occasionally requires travel including overnight throughout Arizona for meetings, staff retreat, etc. and occasionally in U.S. for meetings, trainings, retreats, etc.
Occasionally requires working long hours, weekends, and holidays.
Work is diverse and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.
Work environment involves infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull 25 pounds.
Valid driver’s license.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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.

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