Forest Recovery Program Zone Coordinator
Core
Coordinate on-the-ground restoration of fire-adapted oak- and pine-dominated forests impacted by hurricane Helene in Virginia National Forests, including fuels management, silviculture, and controlled burns.
Role type
Senior field operations coordinator (forest restoration & fire management)
Builds
Fire-adapted forest restoration projects and fuel reduction treatments
Domain
Forestry, wildfire management, ecological restoration
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Natural resource management, fire crew supervision, controlled burn implementation, budget management, contract solicitation, data entry, GIS mapping, equipment operation (UTV, chainsaw), driver's license
Preferred skills
NWCG Single Resource Boss certification, Faller 2/Intermediate sawyer qualification, UAS operations, ecological land management principles, event planning
Technologies
Word, Teams, Excel, Planner, GIS software, 2-way radios, portable pumps
Responsibilities
Supervise seasonal fire crews and interns; conduct fire-line construction and maintenance; implement controlled burns and mop up; monitor fuel conditions and vegetation; coordinate with District/Zone Forest Service staff; manage program budgets and vendor contracts; compile accomplishment reports for Helene recovery efforts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with staff supervision