Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV

The Nature Conservancy•Arlington, TX

2d•$28 - $34•Remote

About The Position

The Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV functions as a member of North America Fire’s Prescribed Fire Modules program. They assist on prescribed and wildland fire operations throughout the United States by conducting prescribed burns, preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, monitoring post-burn fire effects, and carrying out other prescribed fire and vegetation management related tasks. As part of their ongoing professional development, the Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV is responsible for keeping up with new burn techniques and equipment to enhance their skills and grow their professional fire certification credentials. In addition, they work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and in the local communities where they are assigned. This includes participation in partnerships with the U.S. Forest Service and other local, state, and federal agencies, as well as other non-profits, local fire departments, and Tribal or Indigenous communities.

Requirements

High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations, science-related field or similar field or related experience in land management.
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.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by the local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment.
Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required
May be required to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicide application.

Nice To Haves

Two years of training in fire operations or other science-related fields or related experience in land management or a similar field.
Single Resource Boss qualified.
Has a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

Direct tasks in coordination with local Nature Conservancy and/or U.S. Forest Service Fire Management staff.
Function as a professional and respectful member of a diverse team comprised of people from different backgrounds, skill sets, and life experiences.
Assist with all aspects of prescribed burning, including overseeing staff and volunteers during fire related activities.
Operate ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chainsaws, and leaf blowers, tow trailers, and maintain assigned equipment.
Become competent with mobile mapping and data collection such as Collector for ArcGIS and Avenza Maps.
Be able to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Evaluate inputs in a rapidly changing work environment and make decisions that affect the safety and work of firefighters within the squad.
Ensure safe work practices.
Maintain accurate records of work time, expenses, etc. and submit reports in a timely manner.
Conduct themselves in ways that are consistent with TNC’s Code of Conduct.