Coastal Prescribed Fire Crew Lead

USA The Nature Conservancy; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) match

Parental leave

PTO

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in South Carolina seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead prescribed fire operations, supervise three seasonal technicians, and liaise with state fire staff. You’ll work across piney forests, midlands, and mountains, traveling when needed and occasionally staying away overnight.

Expect long days, weekend work, and a dynamic field schedule. You will monitor burn progress, manage admin duties, and make on-fire-line decisions.

Qualifications

• FFT1 Squad Boss certification and FFT1 task book completed.
• Ability to pass NWCG arduous wildland firefighter rating with 45lb-pack in under 45 minutes.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• Experience operating and maintaining various equipment including 4WD vehicles, Type-6 engines, ATVs/UTVs, chainsaws, drip torch.
• Willingness to travel extensively and sometimes work weekends with a flexible schedule.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Compliance with The Nature Conservancy Auto Safety Program.

Responsibilities

• Lead burn crew and monitor progress toward fire management goals.
• Perform administrative duties such as time and expense tracking, equipment repair, and purchasing supplies.
• Be a key decision maker on the fire line based on fire behavior and resources.
• Keep professional fire certifications current and pursue new techniques.
• Assist on wildland fire operations with partners and travel as needed across SC.
• Build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and local workforce.

Skills

Firefighter rating NWCG

Team supervision

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Tools

4WD vehicles

Type-6 Engines

ATVs/UTVs

Chainsaws

Drip torch

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in South Carolina seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead prescribed fire operations, supervise three seasonal technicians, and liaise with state fire staff. You’ll work across piney forests, midlands, and mountains, traveling when needed and occasionally staying away overnight.

Expect long days, weekend work, and a dynamic field schedule. You will monitor burn progress, manage admin duties, and make on-fire-line decisions.