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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 The Burn Crew Manager will lead a TNC prescribed fire crew based in Hayward, Wisconsin. The Burn Crew Manager will routinely collaborate with agency, Tribal, and non-profit partners. The Burn Crew Manager will also engage with community members to build trust and support for prescribed fire projects. They will be part of an extensive state-wide prescribed fire workforce and will participate in and supervise other crew members in the conduct of prescribed burning, pile burning, preparing firebreaks, maintaining fire equipment and vehicles, tree felling and brush cutting, invasive species control, and other conservation practices. They will aide in delivering prescribed fire and wildland fire training for TNC staff and partners. They will work in habitats ranging from boreal forests to pine and oak forests, to prairie openings, and from remote wilderness areas to wildland urban interface. As part of the Burn Crew Manager\'s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in wild land fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state and federal agencies, tribal or indigenous, either as a TNC employee, or as a volunteer or short-term employee of the partner entity (such as an Administratively determined, short term federal employee). They should have the ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. This is a three year term position with possibility to extend. WHAT YOU\'LL BRING High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations, science-related field or similar field or related experience in land management. Qualified Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) and successful completion of FFT1 task book. Requirements for FFT1 can be found in the Conservancy Fire Management Manual. Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or similar agency qualification. Must achieve physical fitness standards as set by local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual. Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment (e.g. chainsaw). Experience supervising staff or volunteers is required. May be equired to obtain related licenses and certifications such as CPR and herbicid ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.prodivnet.com/job/14732660