About this role
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Burn Crew Manager (BCM) participates in preparing firelines, maintaining equipment, prescribed fire operations, mop-up, post-burn monitoring and other tasks as assigned. May perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.
As part of the BCM’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). They should have the ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Under the guidance of our Fire Management Staff, you'll assist with prescribed burns, ensure safety protocols, maintain equipment, and operate various machinery such as ATVs, UTVs, tractors, and chainsaws. As a full-time prescribed fire crew manager, you will participate in continuous prescribed fire assignments throughout a four-month term beginning January 4, 2027, ending April 30, 2027.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
Function as both leader and member of a work team, in a high stress team environment.
Burn Crew Members, and/or Senior Burn Crew Members during fire operations.
Assists with logistics, expenses, time reporting, and other administrative tasks for squad members as assigned.
Convey work instructions to Burn Crew members.
Monitor the progress of Burn Crew Members toward achieving fire management goals and ensures safety.
Makes decisions on the fire line based upon evaluation of fire behavior, available resources, and judgment.
Perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.
Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Housing:
Housing with basic utilities will be provided at Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area in Floyd County, Georgia, at no cost to the employee upon signing and agreeing to lease terms.
We’re Looking for You: By joining our Fire Management Team, you will be a part of a highly functioning team working together to restore native ecosystems in and around the Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama Ecoregion. The majority of opportunities will be prescribed fire partnerships with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources on Wildlife Management Areas and the US Forest Service on the Chattahoochee National Forest and Talladega National Forest. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. Join us as a Burn Crew Manager (BCM)! You'll oversee a team, participate in various tasks, and manage preserve duties. Stay updated on the latest techniques and build strong relationships in the fire community. Ready for the challenge? Apply now and make a positive impact with us!
What You’ll Bring: High school diploma and 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. Requirements for FFT1 can be found in the Conservancy Fire Management Manual.
Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or similar agency qualification.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by the local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment.
Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required
May be required to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicide application.
Desired Qualifications Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Two (2) years of training in fire operations or other science-related fields or related experience in land management or a 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.
Single Resource Boss qualified.
PC familiarity, including database knowledge, to maintain preserve records.