Prescribed Fire Module Crewmember

The Nature Conservancy•Klamath Falls, OR

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Nature Conservancy’s Oregon Fire Partnership program is working to support prescribed fire planning, implementation, and monitoring across the fire-adapted forests of Oregon. The Prescribed Fire Module Crewmember will be an employee of The Nature Conservancy, based in one of three focal geographies working on a 4 to 10-person prescribed fire module. For approximately 6 months per year (mid-May through November), the Module Crewmember will work closely with the module leader, and partner organizations such as the U.S. Forest Service and other local, state, federal, NGO, university, and Tribal partners, in preparing, conducting, and evaluating/monitoring prescribed fire/fuels management activities in Oregon. The Crewmember will be expected to travel frequently within their focal area for prescribed fire assignments, and may be asked to travel to other geographies in the state depending on burn window availability and project needs. The Module Crewmember will report directly to the Prescribed Fire Module Leader and/or Assistant within their geography. This position is expected to help TNC, the U.S. Forest Service, and other partners to meet their respective prescribed fire and fuels management goals. This six-month seasonal position is supported by federal, state, and private funding with the intention of assisting with prescribed fire across land ownerships. There may be an opportunity to extend the season if funding allows.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to obtain the qualifications for Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2 as a requirement for this position.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
Experience operating and maintaining various types of hand tools and motorized equipment safely.
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g., First Aid, CPR).
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-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks under the supervision of the Prescribed Fire Module Lead and Assistant and in coordination with local U.S. Forest Service Fire Management staff.
Function as a contributing member of a diverse, mixed-gender, cross-generational team with a range of experience and skills.
Follow established safe work practices.
Be able to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Assist with all aspects of prescribed burning including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
Operate ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chain saws, leaf blowers and tow trailers.
Maintain assigned equipment.
Maintain accurate records of work time, expenses, etc. and submit reports in a timely manner.
Become competent with mobile mapping and data collection such as Collector for ArcGIS and Avenza Maps.
Demonstrate respect for the people, communities, and cultures with which TNC works.

Benefits

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
Travel expenses, meals and lodging will be provided by TNC when traveling for prescribed fire assignments.
Shared module housing will be provided by The Nature Conservancy and/or partner organizations at no cost to the employee.