Conservation Technician

OFFICE LOCATION

Rome, Georgia, USA

Flexible work location within 60 60-mile radius of our Armuchee Office in Rome, Georgia.

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 Dugdown Corridor Technician (DCT)/Conservation Practitioner III performs and participates in Georgia DNR (DNR) Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and preserve operations including the maintenance, management, and coordination of the Dugdown Corridor. This position will work closely with Georgia DNR to complete assigned tasks on WMA’s in and around the Dugdown Corridor.

The DCT will participate in preparing fire lines, maintaining equipment, post-burn monitoring and other tasks. As part of the DCT’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 with partners in and around the Dugdown Corridor. This may include participation in wild land fire suppression activities in partnership with other partner entities on WMA land within or around the Dugdown Corridor. Additionally, the DCT will perform tasks related to wildlife habitat management and miscellaneous maintenance for DNR in and around the Dugdown Corridor.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• May monitor work groups consisting of staff, interns, and volunteers covering a wide geographic area.
• May supervise a seasonal fire crew.
• Networks with diverse groups, including landowners, conservation partners, government officials, donors, board members and the general public to recruit support for the Conservancy and publicize Conservancy programs/preserves.  
• Work with minimal supervision and make decisions independently based on analysis, experience, and context.  
• Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
• Work with DNR personnel to complete habitat improvement and restoration projects for game species and native habitats.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be qualified as a Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wild Land Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2.  See http://www.tncfiremanual.org/firefighter.htm      
• Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
• Experience with natural systems, as well as wildlife and ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and or repairing fire equipment such as: Portable pumps, UTV’s, ATV’s, and chainsaws.
• Experience working with tractors, mowers, skid steers, bulldozers, or other applicable land management equipment.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

This position requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with TNC’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.” To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION

The pay for a candidate selected for this position is $21.98. This only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. 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. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.