Coastal Fire Lead & Land Steward

The Nature Conservancy (All); Perdido (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Coastal Fire Practitioner and Land Steward to support prescribed fire implementation and land stewardship in Coastal Alabama & Mississippi, supervising Burn Crew Members and assisting with fire operations and restoration work. The role requires physical endurance, conclude with field travel and collaboration with partner agencies.

Responsibilities include mentoring crew members, budgeting support, and ensuring safety while working on remote sites and diverse

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in science‑related field or equivalent experience.
• 1 year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent.
• Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or equivalent qualification.
• Must meet physical fitness standards and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Function as both leader and member of a work team in a productive environment.
• Supervise Burn Crew Members and/or Senior Burn Crew Members during fire operations.
• Provide mentoring for Burn Crew Members and other fire staff.
• Assist with logistics, expenses, time reporting, and administrative tasks for squad members.
• Convey work instructions to Burn Crew members.
• Monitor progress toward fire management goals and ensure safety.
• Make line decisions based on fire behavior and resources.
• Manage budget considerations and vendor contracting as needed.
• Assist with prescribed fire preparation and burns on Conservancy lands.
• Perform preserve maintenance tasks such as signage and trails.
• Travel regularly and occasionally overnight for projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Fire line supervision

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

BA/BS in science-related field

1 year related experience in custodial & ecological land management

Two+ seasons as Senior Burn Crew Member

Tools

ArcGIS

FFT1 Squad Boss certification

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Coastal Fire Practitioner and Land Steward to support prescribed fire implementation and land stewardship in Coastal Alabama & Mississippi, supervising Burn Crew Members and assisting with fire operations and restoration work. The role requires physical endurance, conclude with field travel and collaboration with partner agencies.

Responsibilities include mentoring crew members, budgeting support, and ensuring safety while working on remote sites and diverse