The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy

NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Manager

Wilmington, North Carolina · Contract

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About the role

  • What We Can Achieve Together: The NC Coastal Plain Prescribed Fire Crew Manager participates in preserve operations, restoration, maintenance, and management.
  • The Burn Crew Manager oversees a squad of 2-7 Burn Crew Members during wildland fire activities, under the direction of a Burn Boss or other command position.
  • Prescribed fire is the primary focus of this position, and we prioritize taking advantage of favorable weather conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Ability to drive large pickup trucks with trailers

Requirements

  • Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required
  • May be required to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicide application.

Compensation

  • The starting pay rate for a candidate selected for this position is $26.52 per hour.
  • Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges.

Company info

  • The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
  • One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."
  • What We Bring:
  • Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
  • The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends.
  • As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive.
  • We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures.
  • Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC.
  • Want a better insight to TNC?
  • Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
  • One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued.
  • In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience.
  • Please apply - we'd love to hear from you.
  • To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."
  • Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in.
  • Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world.
  • Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
  • TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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.
  • Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
  • We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
  • Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner.
  • This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received.
  • Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted.
  • The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
  • The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture.
  • Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
  • The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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