Seasonal Wildland Fire Burn Crew Manager | Lead Squad

USA The Nature Conservancy; Morehead (KY); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

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Housing provided

Descripción de la vacante

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad of 2–7 firefighters in prescribed and wildland fire activities. You will oversee daily operations, maintain equipment, and participate in post-burn monitoring while developing fire techniques and certifications.

The role requires 1 year of fire operations training, FFT1 qualification, and multiple seasons in burn crew roles. Strong leadership, fitness, and teamwork are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma and 1 year training in fire operations or related field.
• FFT1 qualification and FFT1 task book completion.
• Two+ seasons as Senior Burn Crew Member or equivalent.
• Must meet local physical fitness standards.
• Experience operating and maintaining fire equipment; supervising staff/volunteers.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee a Burn Crew of 2–7 members in wildland fire activities.
• Prepare fire lines, maintain equipment, and assist with post-burn monitoring.
• Handle administrative tasks: time reporting, accomplishment tracking, logistics.
• Ensure safety and compliance with Conservancy fire management policies.

Conocimientos

Fire operations experience

Staff supervision

Equipment operation/maintenance

Physical fitness standards

Teamwork

Educación

High school diploma

FFT1 task book

Two+ seasons as Senior Burn Crew Member

Herramientas

NWCG Single Resource Boss - Engine Boss

Faller 2/3

UTV operator

CPR certification

Herbicide application certification

Descripción del empleo

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad of 2–7 firefighters in prescribed and wildland fire activities. You will oversee daily operations, maintain equipment, and participate in post-burn monitoring while developing fire techniques and certifications.

The role requires 1 year of fire operations training, FFT1 qualification, and multiple seasons in burn crew roles. Strong leadership, fitness, and teamwork are essential.