Title: Appalachians Fire Director
Work Location: Must be located in the Appalachians geography
Work Type: Full-time
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 annual base salary
The Appalachians Fire Director will lead our fire strategy team, driving for continuity of purpose and maximizing results. They will serve as the primary point of contact with federal partners (USDA Forest Service) at the regional level. They will participate in and support the two Fire Learning Networks established in the Appalachian geography. They will coordinate and mobilize prescribed fire resources across the Appalachians and nationwide as needed and work to create efficiencies across multiple strike teams. They will look to build workforce capacity throughout the region and assist in developing new models for seasonal firefighter recruitment. They will strategically align and elevate prescribed fire work across the entire Appalachian geography.
As part of their ongoing professional development, the Appalachians Fire Director is expected to maintain their own fire line qualifications. In addition, they will work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community, with public and private partners, and in the local communities where they are assigned. This may include participation in wildland fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, Indigenous peoples and tribes, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies, either as a TNC employee or as a short-term employee of a partner entity (such as an Administratively Determined short-term federal employee).
It is imperative that the Appalachians Fire Director is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and through strong and practiced interpersonal skills they are able to cultivate a learning culture within the team.
If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join us as the Appalachians Fire Director! Not only will you fulfil conservation objectives across the Appalachian region, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks nationwide!
We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Systems Leadership, creativity, and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!
