Conservation & Fire Coordinator

The Conservation & Fire Coordinator works in support of the Climate Program’s Forest Strategy and the Land Program’s Stewardship Strategy

across the state of California. They provide administrative, research, project management and other general assistance to staff working toward increasing beneficial fire and reducing wildfire risk and impacts to conserved lands in California.
 

This is a two-year termed position with the possibility of extension pending funding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Conservation & Fire Coordinator provides support in areas of team functions, meetings, data management, equipment management,

internal/external communication, logistics and general administrative support in such areas of expense reporting, travel logistics, scheduling,

and grant and contract support and management. They work closely with the Forest Strategy and the Stewardship Team to advance the

California Chapter’s prescribed fire portfolio and wildfire preparedness.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

The Conservation & Fire Coordinator:

• Supports the Forest Strategy within the Climate Program on advancing beneficial fire projects, including prescribed burns led by TNC and

partner burns conducted on non-TNC land (50% of the role).

• Supports the Stewardship Strategy within the Land Program to increase the California Chapter’s wildfire preparedness and prescribed fire

capacities, with a focus on preparing TNC Preserves for fire (50% of the role).

• Provides coordination support to the planning and implementation phases of fire projects, including coordination of materials, supplies,

food, and logistics for prescribed burn trainings, events and activities.

• Engages in site visits, prescribed fire planning and implementation as assigned, and according to fire qualifications (up to 30% travel).

• Maintains inventory of TNC fire supplies and equipment, including condition and location.

• Coordinates the development of Wildfire Response Plans, Site Fire Management Plans, science review of proposed burns, and other fire

management work products as assigned.

• Provides administrative support as needed in the areas of scheduling, travel and logistics arrangements, calendar management and

expensing.

• Captures notes from key meetings, synthesizes information and shares out.

• Assists with coordinating media engagements and the development of talking points and communications plans for beneficial fire projects.

• Provides coordination support to prescribed fire monitoring and research efforts from data collection through analysis and into content for

various types of communications.

• Assists with grant and contract management, including interacting with external parties to develop and manage grants and contracts.

• Tracks and assists with team deliverables related to annual planning, budgeting and performance management cycles.

• Assists with management of fire records, including TNC staff fire qualifications in Incident Qualifications and Certifications System (IQCS).

• Coordinator will attend prescribed burns. This will mean that the Coordinator will sometimes work in remote conditions on uneven terrain

and will be exposed to fire and smoke from fires and other hazards as anticipated with prescribed burns.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent

combination of education and experience.

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.

• Experience coordinating multiple projects.

• Experience handling standard business communications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with coordinating public grants, contracts, and processing invoices.

• Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability.

• Operational wildland fire experience, qualified as a NWCG Type 2 Fire Fighter (FFT2) and Public Information Officer (PIO).

• Commitment to secure or maintain FFT2 fire qualifications, including annual arduous physical exam.

• IQCS Account Manager, or an interest in becoming an IQCS Account Manager through on the job training.

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources and work independently.

• Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and maintain records.

• Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred.

• Ability to plan, administer and record results of team meetings and activities.

• Flexibility and can-do attitude.

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 the Auto Safety information page. 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.

Who We Are:

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!

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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