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Forest Recovery Senior Crew Member

USA The Nature Conservancy

Asheville, North Carolina

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$24.26–$24.26 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, CPR Certification, Conservation, Data Collection, Documentation, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fast Fourier Transform, Federal Government, Fire Suppression/Control, Firefighting, First Aid, Fitness, Forestry, GPS (Global Positioning System), Gardening, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Human Factors, Microsoft Word, Needs Assessment, Nonprofit, Physical Demands, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Quality Monitoring, Record Keeping, Team Player, Time Management, Volunteer Management
LOCATION
Asheville, North Carolina
POSTED
10 days ago
What We Can Achieve Together:

Forest Recovery Senior Crew Member (FRSCM) works in a team environment and participates in forestry operations which include tree planting, invasive species treatments, timber stand improvement, monitoring and data collection, management planning and layout and wildland fire operations overseeing staff and volunteers during fire related activities which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring. FRSCM may conduct other land management activities as assigned by the Forest Recovery Crew Manager or other command position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The FRSCM participates scouting and identifying forest management needs, planning and layout of forestry projects, contract quality control monitoring, tree planting, timber stand improvement, invasive species control, data collection, use of GPS and GIS systems, preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, prescribed fire operations, mop-up, post-burn monitoring and other tasks as assigned. May assist with overseeing As-Needed Burn Crew Members and volunteers.

As part of the FRSCM's ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for staying abreast of current and new forest management practices, wildland fire practices, and related equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional certification credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire and forestry communities 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).

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
  • Function as both leader and member of a work team, in a high-stress team environment.
  • Convey work instructions to subordinates.
  • Reports directly to Forest Recovery Crew Manager.
  • Complete assigned tasks within an agreed upon timeframe.
  • Ensure self-preparedness and safety are maintained at all times.
  • Attend in-person training events or complete virtual trainings as requested.
  • Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
  • Submit expenses and time sheets within a timely manner.
  • 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.

We're Looking for You:

Ready to be a part of wildland fire operations? Join us as a Forest Recovery Senior Crew Member (FRSCM) and be at the heart of the action! From ignition to mop-up, you'll tackle tasks like preparing fire lines and monitoring post-burn activities. But that's not all - your journey with us means continuous growth. Master new techniques and equipment to level up your skills and certifications. Plus, you'll build strong relationships within the fire community and local areas where we operate. Come join TNC and apply today!

What You'll Bring:

  • 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 such as First Aid/CPR and herbicide application.

Desired Qualifications
  • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
  • Two or more years of experience in forestry, conservation, land management, or a similar field.
  • Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
  • Experience managing volunteers or entry-level staff.
  • Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) qualified or open task book.
  • Familiarity with using computers, including database knowledge, to maintain records.
  • Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g., Word, E

About the Company

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USA The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

We address the most pressing conservation threats at the largest scale. Thanks to the support of our more than 1 million members, we’ve built a tremendous record of success since our founding in 1951:
  • We've protected more than 119 million acres of land and thousands of miles of rivers worldwide — and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally.
  • We work in all 50 states and more than 72 countries — protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs, from Australia to Alaska to Zambia.
  • We address threats to conservation involving climate change, fresh water, oceans, and conservation lands.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1951
WEBSITE
http://www.nature.org

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