NC Sandhills Assistant Burn Crew Manager

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). The Assistant Burn Crew Manager may assist on wildland fire operations in other parts of the North Carolina Sandhills with federal, state, or private partners, or travel to other areas of the state or out-of-state to assist other TNC programs or partners on prescribed or wildland fires.

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Assistant Burn Crew Manager oversees a squad (4-8 Burn Crew Members) in wildland fire activities, as directed by the Burn Crew Manager, Burn Boss, or other command position.

The NC Sandhills Assistant Burn Crew Manager (1 position) participates in preserve operations, restoration, maintenance, and management. This may include the following functions:

• Participates in prescribed fire and wildfire activities, which may include: burn unit prep, fire operations, managing staff and volunteers, maintenance of equipment and supplies, mop up, and monitoring.
  
• Participates in and manages restoration projects including thinning, planting, and other projects.
  
• Maintains preserves and buildings, which may include: maintaining tools and equipment, repairing fences and gates, posting boundaries, and maintaining grounds and structures at historical sites.
  

The Assistant Burn Crew Manager may assist on wildland fire operations in other parts of the North Carolina Sandhills with federal, state, or private partners, or travel to other areas of the state or out-of-state to assist other TNC programs or partners on prescribed or wildland fires.

The Assistant Burn Crew Manager supports the coordination of day-to-day activities of the prescribed fire crew and participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, post-burn monitoring and other tasks. As part of the ABCM'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).

We're Looking for You:

Ready to be a part of wildland fire operations? Join us as a Assistant Burn Crew Manager (ABCM) and be at the heart of the action! From ignition to mop-up, you'll tackle tasks like preparing fire lines and monitoring post-burn activities. But that's not all - your journey with us means continuous growth. Master new techniques and equipment to level up your skills and certifications. Plus, you'll build strong relationships within the fire community and local areas where we operate. Come join TNC and apply today!

One NC Sandhills Assistant Burn Crew Manager position is available from January-April, and is based in or near Southern Pines, NC. Some overtime may be allowed. Housing provided.

You may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• 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 or currently FFT1 trainee. Requirements for FFT1 can be found in the Conservancy Fire Management Manual. See TNC Fire Management Manual.
  
• Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
  
• Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g.: chainsaw, ATV, tractor and implements, leaf blower, BK radio, hand tools, drip torch, etc.).
  
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required.
  
• Must have valid driver's license. Please indicate this in your resume.
  

Desired Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
  
• 1-2 years training in fire operations or other science-related field or related experience in land management or similar field.
  
• Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
  
• Ability to evaluate inputs in a rapidly changing work environment and make decisions that affect the safety and work of firefighters within squad.
  
• PC familiarity, including database knowledge, in order to maintain preserve records.
  

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto