Wildland Fire Crew Lead - Seasonal & Remote Eligible

nature; Morehead (KY); Hybride; USD 36 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing provided

Résumé du poste

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad in wildland fire activities. You will supervise 2-7 crew members, perform fireline tasks, maintain gear, and contribute to post-burn monitoring and land management objectives.

This seasonal, hourly role emphasizes safety, equipment readiness, and collaboration with agencies and communities. Housing is provided during full-time periods, with additional part-time remote opportunities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and basic fire operations training.
• FFT1 (Squad Boss) qualification and FFT1 task book completed.
• Two or more seasons as Senior Burn Crew Member.
• Must meet local physical fitness standards.
• Experience operating and maintaining burn equipment.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• May require CPR and related licenses/certifications.

Responsabilités

• Oversee a Burn Crew of 2-7 members.
• Prepare fire lines and maintain equipment.
• Undertake post-burn monitoring and preserve management duties.
• Manage time reporting, logistics, and safety for the squad.
• Coordinate with partners and agencies as needed.

Connaissances

Physical fitness

Team leadership

Fire ops experience

Equipment operation

Volunteer supervision

Remote work adaptability

Formation

High school diploma

FFT1 certification

Senior Burn Crew Member

Single Resource Boss - Engine Boss

Outils

FFT1 task book

CPR certification

Description du poste

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad in wildland fire activities. You will supervise 2-7 crew members, perform fireline tasks, maintain gear, and contribute to post-burn monitoring and land management objectives.

This seasonal, hourly role emphasizes safety, equipment readiness, and collaboration with agencies and communities. Housing is provided during full-time periods, with additional part-time remote opportunities as needed.