Type: Full-time, Remote
Location: Mississippi, USA- Location negotiable within the state of Mississippi
Salary: $61,568.00 - $64,646.40 Annually
Deadline: 9/25/2024
The Prescribed Fire Council Coordinator provides technical leadership and support by administering the Mississippi Prescribed Fire Council, developing and implementing the Council’s programs, serving as liaison with partners and promoting the use of prescribed fire across the state. The position will work closely with the Mississippi Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to carry out the responsibilities of the Mississippi Prescribed Fire Council.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
BA/BS, natural resource discipline and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience negotiating complex agreements.
Supervisory experience.
Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Prescribed Burn Manager in Mississippi.
Experience planning and conducting prescribed fire.
Experience in website and media development.
Leadership experience in a professional organization.
Knowledge of land management conservation practice and conservation science.
Ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and natural resource preservation.
Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Experience with principles of land acquisition.
Experience in training and curriculum design.
