Appalachians Fire Practitioner and Land Steward
Core
Implements prescribed fire operations and land stewardship to restore fire-dependent habitats in the southern Appalachians of Alabama.
Role type
Senior IC fire practitioner and land steward
Builds
Prescribed fire projects and ecological restoration outcomes for The Nature Conservancy and partner lands
Domain
Conservation, land management, prescribed fire
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Prescribed fire operations, crew supervision, fireline safety, ecological restoration, invasive species removal, equipment operation and maintenance, independent decision-making, physical fitness standards
Preferred skills
National Wildfire Coordinating Group Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) certification, ArcGIS and geospatial database management, knowledge of Appalachian plant and animal species, fire course facilitation
Technologies
ArcGIS, fire management software, heavy machinery
Responsibilities
Supervise burn crew members during prescribed and wildland fire activities; prepare firelines and conduct prescribed burns; monitor post-burn effects and ensure safety; maintain trails, roads, and preserve facilities; remove non-native invasive plants; operate and repair equipment; make independent decisions on the fire line based on fire behavior and resources; mentor staff and volunteers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties