Senior Burn Crew Member

The Nature Conservancy•Lexington, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Burn Crew Member (SBCM) participates in wildland fire operations as part of a team, overseeing staff and volunteers during fire-related activities such as ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, and monitoring. The SBCM may also conduct other land management activities as assigned by a Burn Crew Manager or other command position. The position works under a Burn Crew Manager, Burn Boss, or other command position and assists with safe, effective prescribed burning, fire-line preparation, and equipment use and maintenance. The Kentucky Chapter works with government agencies to improve forest health and resiliency through prescribed burns in the Appalachian landscape. The program typically assists with burning 10,000 to 25,000 acres per season. The spring fire season runs from February through April. The Kentucky Business Unit is recruiting up to four seasonal SBCMs for squads based near London, Corbin, and Morehead, Kentucky. Housing is provided for non-local employees. As part of ongoing professional development, the SBCM keeps current with burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain or grow professional fire certification credentials. The role also builds and maintains relationships in the professional fire community and local communities where the Conservancy works. This may include participating in wildland fire suppression with nonprofit partners, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies, as a TNC employee or as a volunteer or short-term employee of a partner entity. This is an hourly seasonal position running February 8 through April 9, with pay of $22.00–$23.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Applicants should include IQCS qualifications and training in their resumes and rank their location preferences among London, Corbin, and Morehead, Kentucky.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to obtain 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 under the supervision of a qualified FFT2.
Must meet physical fitness standards determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
Experience operating various types of equipment.
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required, such as First Aid or CPR.
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Firefighter Type 1 qualified.
Wildland Fire Faller qualified.
ATV/UTV operator qualified.
Experience driving off-road, loading, and towing trailers.
Multilingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience.
Experience managing volunteers or entry-level staff.
Two or more years of fire operations-related experience in land management or a similar field.
Working knowledge of common software applications such as Word, Excel, and web browsers.

Responsibilities

Participate in wildland fire operations, including ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, and monitoring.
Oversee staff and volunteers during fire-related activities.
Assist with safe and effective implementation of prescribed burns and preparation of fire lines.
Use and maintain fire-related equipment.
Conduct other land management activities as assigned by a Burn Crew Manager or other command position.
Keep current with burn techniques and equipment and maintain or develop professional fire certification credentials.
Build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and local communities where the Conservancy works.
Participate in wildland fire suppression activities with partner organizations and agencies when needed.