Burn Crew Member – Cross Ranch Preserve; The Nature Conservancy, North Dakota

Click for a hub of Extension resources related to the current COVID-19 situation.

Agency

The Nature Conservancy

Location

Center, North Dakota (ND)

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$13.00 to $15.00 Depending on experience. Housing is provided at TNC preserve.

Start Date

04/11/2022

Last Date to Apply

01/14/2022

Website

https://www.tweetmyjobs.com/job-map/the-nature-conservancy/#ts-1640900353065

Description

A LITTLE ABOUT US Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. Whether it’s career development, work/life balance, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all of our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the minimum requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Passion, innovation, and diversity are all key components to advancing our Mission and we encourage you to apply. All TNC staff based in the U.S. or a U.S. Territory are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of receiving one of the vaccines approved in the U.S. (Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson) shall be condition of employment and must be provided prior to starting work. TNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and reasonable accommodations for candidates who cannot be vaccinated due to a valid medical or religious reason, or claim an exemption under applicable state law will be considered. YOUR POSITION WITH TNC The Burn Crew Member (BCM) will serve on a crew of 6 to 8 people. The crew travels throughout the Missouri Coteau (central ND) landscape: This crew is responsible for preparation and implementation of prescribed fire at various nature preserves in the landscape. Under the direction of a Prescribed Burn Leader, the BCM will assist with controlled burns. In addition, the BCM will assist with preserve management tasks such as boundary posting, firebreak preparation, fencing, tree clearing, brush cutting, and equipment maintenance when conditions are not conducive to burning. This is a seasonal position that will start April 11, 2022 and end on May 20, 2022. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The BCM will participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, post-burn monitoring and other tasks. This may include participation in wild land 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). All TNC staff actively participating on a prescribed burn must be qualified as a FFT2. The BCM will be required to attend and pass TNC sponsored fire and equipment training during the first full week of employment. Training time is paid at normal salary rate. They will perform other preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE • Will perform other preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. • Works in a high stress team environment. • Works under close supervision. • Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

Qualifications

MUST APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.NATURE.ORG/CAREERS TO JOB ID 50768 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • High school diploma and 6 months of related experience. • Must be qualified, or able to become qualified, as a Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wild Land Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2. See http://www.tncfiremanual.org/firefighter.htm • Must achieve physical fitness standard as determined by local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual. • Experience operating various types of equipment. • Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, and driver’s license). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. • 6 months -1 year of related experience. • Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record. • Ability and willingness to follow instructions from colleagues.

Contact Person

Luke Romance ([email protected])

Bookmark the permalink .

Comments are closed.