NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Manager

The Nature Conservancy•Wilmington, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The NC Coastal Plain Prescribed Fire Crew Manager participates in preserve operations, restoration, maintenance, and management. This may include leading a 4-person crew on prescribed fire activities, which may include burn unit prep, fire operations, managing staff and volunteers, maintenance of equipment and supplies, mop up, and monitoring. When weather is not conducive to prescribed fire, the crew member will participate in longleaf pine restoration such as timber stand improvement, thinning, planting, monitoring and other projects. Assists in maintaining preserves and buildings, which may include maintaining tools and equipment, repairing fences and gates, posting boundaries, and maintaining grounds and structures at historical sites. The Burn Crew Manager oversees a squad of 2–7 Burn Crew Members during wildland fire activities, under the direction of a Burn Boss or other command position. The selected candidate will serve as a representative of The Nature Conservancy during prescribed fire operations with partner agencies and must consistently demonstrate professionalism in all interactions. Prescribed fire is the primary focus of this position, and we prioritize taking advantage of favorable weather conditions. As such, the role requires flexibility, including working nights, weekends, and potential overtime during optimal burn windows. There are 2 NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Manager positions available at different term lengths: January - March (1 position) and January - April (1 Position). All positions are based in Wilmington, N.C. Some overtime may be allowed. Housing is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations, science-related field or similar field or related experience in land management.
Must be qualified as a Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including 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), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual and be able to pass an arduous pack test (walk 3 miles in under 45min with a 45lbs weight vest).
Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required.
Ability to drive large pickup trucks with trailers.
Requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Nice To Haves

Qualified Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) and successful completion of FFT1 task book.
Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or similar agency qualification.
Experience operating various types of equipment, preferably including chainsaws, ATVs/UTVs, T6 Engines, and tractors.
May be required to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicide application.
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.
Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
Ability to evaluate inputs in a rapidly changing work environment and make decisions that affect the safety and work of firefighters within the squad.

Responsibilities

Leads a 4-person crew on prescribed fire activities, which may include: burn unit prep, fire operations, managing staff and volunteers, maintenance of equipment and supplies, mop up, and monitoring.
Participates in longleaf pine restoration such as timber stand improvement, thinning, planting, monitoring and other projects when weather is not conducive to prescribed fire.
Assists in maintaining preserves and buildings, which may include: maintaining tools and equipment, repairing fences and gates, posting boundaries, and maintaining grounds and structures at historical sites.
Oversees a squad of 2–7 Burn Crew Members during wildland fire activities, under the direction of a Burn Boss or other command position.
Serves as a representative of The Nature Conservancy during prescribed fire operations with partner agencies and must consistently demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities, including task book development and certifications in areas such as First Aid/CPR, ATV/UTV operation, and wildland chainsaw use.
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 is provided.