Prescribed Fire and Stewardship Technician
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a remote Prescribed Fire and Stewardship Technician (entry-level) in Morehead, Kentucky, paying $55,000 - $57,000 per year, with a remote work option.
- Role
- Prescribed Fire and Stewardship Technician
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Morehead, Kentucky
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $55,000 - $57,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Prescribed Fire and Stewardship Technician is a key position for the growth of our prescribed fire and land stewardship programs in Kentucky. The position is based in Lexington, KY, with a remote work option for highly qualified applicants.
What you'll do
- Assist with the implementation of prescribed burns
- Assist with the development of prescribed burn plans and fire management plans
- Maintain fire and stewardship supplies and equipment
- Maintain physical fitness necessary for maintaining wildland fire qualifications
- Work in variable weather conditions and remote locations
- Lead vegetation and fire effects monitoring programs
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field
- NWCG Squad Boss (FFT1) and Wildland Faller qualified
- Experience with wildland fire management in the Appalachians
- Experience with prescribed burns and burn plan development
- Ability to maintain arduous fitness level
- Experience with ArcGIS, Avenza Maps, GPS, and Microsoft Products
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Morehead, Kentucky, with a remote work option for highly qualified applicants.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $55,000 - $57,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management, NWCG Squad Boss (FFT1) and Wildland Faller qualifications, and experience with wildland fire management in the Appalachians.
How do I apply?
To apply, indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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