Northwoods Senior Burn Crew Member

The Nature Conservancy•Hayward, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Burn Crew Member (SBCM) works in a team environment and participates in prescribed fire operations overseeing staff and volunteers during fire related activities which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring. SBCM may conduct other land management activities as assigned by a Burn Crew Manager or other command position. As part of the SBCM’s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in wildland fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies, either as a TNC employee or as a volunteer or short-term employee of the partner entity (such as an Administratively Determined, short term federal employee). This position will be based in Hayward, Wisconsin. Housing is not provided. This position requires frequent travel on occasion, up to 16 weeks annually. The standard weekly work schedule is four days per week, 10 hours per day. This position can include irregular hours, overtime hours, multiple shifts, overnight shifts, and multiple consecutive days worked. The hourly pay rate is $23.00 per hour. This position is currently funded through October 1, 2027.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) qualified, 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). See TNC Fire Management Manual.
Two seasons as a qualified FFT2 or agency equivalent.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
Experience operating various types of equipment.
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 multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience managing volunteers or entry-level staff.
Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
Two or more years of experience in fire operations related experience in land management or a similar field.
Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Web browsers).
Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

Responsibilities

Function as both leader and member of a work team, in a high-stress team environment.
Convey work instructions to subordinates.
Works in a high-stress team environment.
Works under close supervision of the Burn Boss during fire operations.
Perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.
Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Assist with administrative tasks necessary for documenting work activities as requested by the supervisor.
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.