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| Job Ref: | 41325 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | Minnesota |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Environmental Categories: | Conservation |
| Industries: | Personal and Household Services |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION Glyndon, Minnesota (MN) ABOUT US The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more. TNC POSITION SUMMARY The Burn Crew Technician (BCT) will serve on a crew of six people at the Agassiz Beach Ridges office. The crew will travel throughout the Agassiz Beach Ridges landscape (northwestern MN). This crew is responsible for preparation and implementation of prescribed fire at various nature preserves in these landscapes. Under the direction of a Prescribed Burn Leader, the BCT will assist with controlled burns. In addition, the BCT will assist with preserve management tasks such as boundary posting, firebreak preparation, fencing, tree clearing, brush cutting, and equipment maintenance when conditions are not conducive to burning. This position requires irregular hours, travel on short notice and the ability to work weekends. Employees are required to live in TNC provided housing due to the remote setting of this work location and the need to report to duty on short notice. If an employee already lives in the area or is able to obtain housing within a close proximity to this work location, and the employee is able to report for duty within 30 minutes, then the employee may live offsite. Transportation from The Nature Conservancy office to the various preserves will be provided by The Nature Conservancy. Occasional overnight and/or extended periods away from base office MAY be required. This is a seasonal position from September 30 to November 1, 2013. TNC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Burn Crew Technician participates in wildland fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, etc. All TNC staff actively participating on a prescribed burn must be qualified as a FFT2. The Burn Crew Technician will participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, post-burn monitoring and other tasks. May perform other preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. This is a short-term job (6 months or less). TNC BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
AUTO SAFETY POLICY This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT The Burn Crew Technician may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, a 401k plan, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. TNC SALARY INFORMATION
TO APPLY To apply to position number 41325, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 7, 2013. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. You must click "submit" to apply for the position. You may select "save for later" if you prefer to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org . EOE STATEMENT The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process |
| Post Date: | 07/25/2013 |
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