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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