Altamaha Stewardship & Fire Operations Lead

The Nature Conversancy; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with 8% employer match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in the United States is seeking an Altamaha Stewardship and Fire Assistant Manager to lead stewardship and fire operations on preserves and partner lands. The role focuses on prescribed fire, budgeting, contract management, and staff development in a dynamic landscape.

You will supervise interns and volunteers, coordinate with partners, and contribute to ecological restoration and timber management. A strong background in natural resources and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field.
• FFT2 qualification and ability to pass arduous pack test.
• Experience managing staff or volunteers.
• Relationship building experience with media, government officials, internal scientists.
• Experience with common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the management of TNC properties in the Altamaha region for biodiversity, resiliency and ecosystem services.
• Write burn plans and supervise burn operations and fireline leadership.
• Direct timber management, planting/restoration, and invasive species control.
• Oversee ecological monitoring and collaborate with partners.
• Maintain facilities and vehicles and manage administrative duties.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in the United States is seeking an Altamaha Stewardship and Fire Assistant Manager to lead stewardship and fire operations on preserves and partner lands. The role focuses on prescribed fire, budgeting, contract management, and staff development in a dynamic landscape.

You will supervise interns and volunteers, coordinate with partners, and contribute to ecological restoration and timber management. A strong background in natural resources and leadership is required.