Rx Fire Crew Lead - Prescribed Burn Ops

Nature; North Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in South Carolina seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead prescribed-fire operations across diverse terrains, supervise three seasonal technicians, and coordinate with fire management staff. The role supports training, safety, and logistics for ongoing Rx fire projects based in Awendaw, SC.

The position requires FFT1/ENGB credentials, NWCG ratings, strong leadership, and the ability to travel with a flexible schedule. Housing may be provided along with field assignments.

Qualifications

• Qualified Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) and successful completion of FFT1 task book.
• Ability to achieve NWCG arduous wildland firefighter rating by carrying a 45lb-pack 3 miles in less than 45 minutes.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required.
• Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment, including 4WD vehicles, Type-6 Engines, ATVs/UTVs, chainsaws, drip torch, etc.
• Willingness to travel extensively and occasionally work weekends and maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to perform physical work, sometimes under adverse conditions or in inclement weather.
• Willingness to provide lace‑up leather boots, minimum height of 8 inches.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• The Burn Crew Manager supervises three seasonal Burn Crew Technicians and acts as liaison with fire management staff.
• Leads burn operations and oversees time and expense tracking, equipment repair, and purchasing supplies.
• Keeps abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to maintain fire certification credentials.

Skills

Fire Fighter Type 1

FFT1 task book

NWCG arduous rating

Supervising staff

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Physical fitness

Education

Single Resource Engine Boss ENGB

Faller FAL2

Wilderness First Responder or EMT

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in South Carolina seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead prescribed-fire operations across diverse terrains, supervise three seasonal technicians, and coordinate with fire management staff. The role supports training, safety, and logistics for ongoing Rx fire projects based in Awendaw, SC.

The position requires FFT1/ENGB credentials, NWCG ratings, strong leadership, and the ability to travel with a flexible schedule. Housing may be provided along with field assignments.