Prescribed Fire Module Lead — Field Operations & Training

Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies; Troy (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental care

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The Ember Alliance in Troy, NC seeks a Prescribed Fire/Fuels Module Leader to guide field teams involved in thinning forests and assisting prescribed fire projects across North Carolina. The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and a proactive approach to community fire management in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities focus on running a 5-person module, coordinating with land agencies, and ensuring effective, safe execution of prescribed fire operations and related fuels reduction activities.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a field-based module in challenging outdoor conditions.
• Strong safety culture and risk management.
• Willingness to work long and irregular hours in remote field locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to a 5-person module and volunteers in daily operations.
• Report to land agency representatives daily.
• Ensure safety and productivity during prescribed fire operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety mindset

Risk management

Education

NWCG FFT1 currency

FAL2 chainsaw qualification or intent to attain

Job description

The Ember Alliance in Troy, NC seeks a Prescribed Fire/Fuels Module Leader to guide field teams involved in thinning forests and assisting prescribed fire projects across North Carolina. The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and a proactive approach to community fire management in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities focus on running a 5-person module, coordinating with land agencies, and ensuring effective, safe execution of prescribed fire operations and related fuels reduction activities.