Northwest Georgia Burn Crew Manager

nature; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in Georgia is seeking a Burn Crew Manager for a four-month season beginning January 4, 2027, through April 30, 2027. The BCM will oversee a squad in Northwest Georgia, perform fire operations, and maintain equipment while coordinating with Fire Management Staff.

Responsibilities include training, safety compliance, and building professional relationships in the fire community. Housing is provided, and a strong background in wildland fire is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations or related field.
• FFT1 certification and FFT1 task book completion required.
• Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in prescribed fire operations and fireline construction.
• Maintain equipment and assist with logistics and administration for squad members.
• Ensure safety protocols and communicate work instructions to Burn Crew members.

Skills

Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership ability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ATVs/UTVs

Tractors

Chainsaws

Job description

Closing date and Project Duration:

Early application is encouraged as this job posting will be open until filled.

The position is a seasonal position that will run from January 4, 2027, to April 30, 2027 . Begin and end dates are flexible within the time frame and maximum 4-month allotment. Preference will be given to applicants for a full 4-month commitment.

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Burn Crew Manager participates in wildland fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, while overseeing a squad (2-7 Burn Crew Members), as directed by a Burn Boss, or other command position in the northwest Georgia project area located in Rome, Georgia. er preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Burn Crew Manager (BCM) participates in preparing firelines, maintaining equipment, prescribed fire operations, mop-up, post-burn monitoring and other tasks as assigned. May perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. As part of the BCM's ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in wildland fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies, either as a TNC employee, or as a volunteer or short-term employee of the partner entity (such as an Administratively Determined, short term federal employee). They should have the ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Under the guidance of our Fire Management Staff, you'll assist with prescribed burns, ensure safety protocols, maintain equipment, and operate various machinery such as ATVs, UTVs, tractors, and chainsaws. As a full-time prescribed fire crew manager, you will participate in continuous prescribed fire assignments throughout a four-month term beginning January 4, 2027, ending April 30, 2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

Function as both leader and member of a work team, in a high stress team environment.

Burn Crew Members, and/or Senior Burn Crew Members during fire operations.

Assists with logistics, expenses, time reporting, and other administrative tasks for squad members as assigned.

Convey work instructions to Burn Crew members.

Monitor the progress of Burn Crew Members toward achieving fire management goals and ensures safety.

Makes decisions on the fire line based upon evaluation of fire behavior, available resources, and judgment.

Perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.

Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Housing:

Housing with basic utilities will be provided at Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area in Floyd County, Georgia, at no cost to the employee upon signing and agreeing to lease terms.

We're Looking for You:

By joining our Fire Management Team, you will be a part of a highly functioning team working together to restore native ecosystems in and around the Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama Ecoregion. The majority of opportunities will be prescribed fire partnerships with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources on Wildlife Management Areas and the US Forest Service on the Chattahoochee National Forest and Talladega National Forest. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. Join us as a Burn Crew Manager (BCM)! You'll oversee a team, participate in various tasks, and manage preserve duties. Stay updated on the latest techniques and build strong relationships in the fire community. Ready for the challenge?

What You'll Bring:

High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations, science-related field or similar field or related experience in land management.

Qualified Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) and successful completion of FFT1 task book. Requirements for FFT1 can be found in the Conservancy Fire Management Manual.

Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or similar agency qualification.

Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by the local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.

Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment.

Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required.

May be required to obtain