JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHO WE ARE The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a
science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground
solutions to the world\'s toughest environmental challenges so that
people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which
include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities,
and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and
flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want
to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear
stories from staff or visit Glassdoor. One of TNC\'s primary goals is to
cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the
globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions
are valued. We know we\'ll only achieve our mission by hiring and
engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work.
Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed
outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment
that considers life experience in addition to the professional
requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we\'d love to hear
from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, \"you\'ll join for the
mission, and you\'ll stay for the people.\" WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
Over the past 60 years The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin has protected
more than 236,000 acres of Wisconsin\'s forests, waters, wetlands, and
prairies. Today we own and manage over 30,500 acres in Wisconsin,
including the Border Lakes of the Northwoods, the Door Peninsula of
northeastern Wisconsin, and the Baraboo Hills, Military ridge Prairie
Heritage Area, and Mukwonago River Watershed in southern Wisconsin among
others. As part of a four-person team, the Wisconsin Mobile Fire Crew
Member is based out of our Baraboo Hills Project in Baraboo, WI and
works across the diverse landscapes of Wisconsin to support the
implementation of prescribed fire and other priority land management.
The Mobile Fire Crew Member will also participate in wildland fire
operations throughout the United States for up to 16 weeks annually.
Wildland and prescribed fire operations include preparing fire lines,
ignition, control, suppression, mop-up, post burn monitoring, equipment
maintenance, and other tasks as assigned. Land management tasks include
timber stand improvement, invasive species management through chemical
and manual control, trail maintenance, species monitoring and mapping,
and property monitoring among others. In addition, Mobile Fire Crew
Members shall work to build and maintain relationships in the
professional fire community and in the local communities where the
Conservancy works. This may include participation in wildland fire
suppression or prescribed fire implementation in partnership with other
non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state and federal
agencies, either as a TNC employee, or as a short-term employee of the
partner entity (such as an administratively determined, short term
federal employee). The Mobile Fire Crew Member position may work in
variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and
hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. WE\'RE
LOOKING FOR YOU Are you looking for a career to help people and nature?
Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to
our world\'s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive
together. We\'re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated, and
ready to make a difference through the hands-on management of the
important lands owned by TNC and our partners. As a Mobile Fire Crew
Member, you\'ll be supervised and directed by the Wisconsin Mobile Fire
Crew Manager and will work cooperatively with other crew members, TNC
Staff, volunteers, and partners to manage preserve areas nd implement
prescribed fire operations. As part of a mobile fire crew, you will
***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: WHAT YOU\'LL BRING High
school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to obtain the qualifications
for Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2),
including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line
(L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting
Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of
a qualified FFT2 as a requirement for this position. See TNC Fire
Management Manual (www.tncfiremanual.org). Must achieve physical fitness
standard as determined by local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire
Management Manual. Experience operating various types of equipment. Must
be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g.,
First Aid, CPR, pesticide application). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience
appreciated. 6 months -1 year of related experience. Ability and
willingness to follow instructions from colleagues. Experience in the
maintenance or repair of various types of equipment (e.g., chainsaw,
ATV). Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems. PC and/or
mobile device familiarity. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: https://www.prodivnet.com/job/14516081