Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV

Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV – Position Overview Join TNC’s North America Fire program as a Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV. The role involves conducting prescribed burns, preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, monitoring post‑burn effects, and performing other fire & vegetation management tasks throughout the United States. 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. Assist with all aspects of prescribed burning, including overseeing staff and volunteers during fire‑related activities. Operate ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chainsaws, leaf blowers; tow trailers and maintain assigned equipment. Become competent with mobile mapping and data collection such as Collector for ArcGIS and Avenza Maps. Perform heavy physical work in variable weather, at remote locations, on difficult terrain and under hazardous conditions. Evaluate inputs in a rapidly changing work environment and make decisions that affect 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 consistent with TNC’s Code of Conduct. Qualifications 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. May be required to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicide application. Desired Qualifications 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. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Salary and Work Schedule Hourly compensation will range from $28.00 to $34.00 per hour. Prescribed Fire Practitioners who are qualified at the Single Resource Boss (ENGB, FIRB, and/or CRWB) level earn between $28.00 and $30.00 per hour. Those qualified at the Burn Boss Type 2 (RXB2) level earn up to $34.00 per hour. This is a part‑time, seasonal, hourly position. Overtime applies after the first 40 hours each week. The Prescribed Fire Practitioner IV will be on assignments for at least eight weeks during the six‑month employment term, with minimum assignment length generally two weeks. Travel expenses, meals, and lodging will be covered when traveling for assignments. Approved purchases of required equipment will be partially or fully reimbursed. Benefits TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including 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, and other life and work‑wellbeing benefits. EEO Statement The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to View email address on click.appcast.io with “Request for Accommodation” in the subject line. #J-18808-Ljbffr