Forest Recovery Lead Technician — Field Leader, SC

Nature; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in the United States seeks a Forest Recovery Lead Technician to drive field-based forest restoration under a hurricane recovery framework. You will organize field activities, coordinate crews, and lead safety-focused operations across the Long Cane Ranger District, with periodic work on adjacent lands.

You will oversee prescribed fire prep and implementation, fuels reduction, and ecosystem monitoring, while coordinating with agency staff, contractors, and communities to

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in science-related field and 1 year related experience in ecological land management or similar field.
• Experience with natural systems and ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and/or repairing equipment; ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work safely.
• Ability to follow maps, work plans and safety requirements; maintain accurate records; communicate with partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in field activities supporting forest recovery and restoration.
• Organize assignments, coordinate personnel and resources; monitor progress.
• Assist with prescribed fire, fuels management, invasive species treatment, and monitoring.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, PPE, and supplies; ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Document field data and treatment records; support reporting and adaptive management.
• Coordinate logistics and communicate needs and progress to leaders and partners.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

BA/BS degree in science-related field

Tools

FFT2 Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in the United States seeks a Forest Recovery Lead Technician to drive field-based forest restoration under a hurricane recovery framework. You will organize field activities, coordinate crews, and lead safety-focused operations across the Long Cane Ranger District, with periodic work on adjacent lands.

You will oversee prescribed fire prep and implementation, fuels reduction, and ecosystem monitoring, while coordinating with agency staff, contractors, and communities to