Job Type: Full-time, seasonal, on-site
Location: Hatfield, Missouri
Salary: $17-$18/hour
Job Description:
The Nature Conservancy Fire and Stewardship Crew Member (FSCM) participates in prescribed fire operations which include ignition, control, post ignition operations, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. The FSCM will participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, community health monitoring and other tasks. This FSCM will assist in ecological stewardship practices such as woody encroachment reduction, invasive species control, and other preserve maintenance tasks. As part of the FSCM’s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn and stewardship 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 conservation community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in prescribed fire 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). May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
FSCMs should have some experience or capability to preform basic maintenance on hand tools, power equipment, vehicles, and trailers. They will perform preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire, so being prepared for a flexible work schedule is necessary. Members will be expected to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Crew members will work in a high stress team environment under close supervision. They should have conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. FSCMs should be prepared for crew housing, where crew members will be in close proximity both during and after work hours. The Fire and Stewardship Crew Member (FSCM) will be based out of Dunn Ranch Prairie in Hatfield, MO and work throughout the Grand River Grasslands. FSCMs will be expected to travel statewide on occasion. Housing will be provided but, there may be an occasional need to camp for short durations. Start date for FSCMs will be August 13, 2025. The season will end on November 26, 2025.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have certifications for: 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), NIMS: An Introduction (IS-700.B). See TNC Fire Management Manual.
Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual (arduous pack test).
Experience operating various types of equipment.
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g., First Aid, CPR, and Drivers' License).
Desired Qualifications:
Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.
6 months - 1 year of related experience.
Must have valid drivers' license and good driving record.
Ability and willingness to follow instructions from colleagues.
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