Deadline: Sun, 09/10/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Job Field: Forestry Other Job Type: Full Time Location: South Carolina Location Detail: Columbia, SC Job Description: Duties: · Work with Quail Forever, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, the Longleaf Alliance, and NRCS staff to identify prescribed fire training needs for employees. · Knowledge of wildlife ecology, wetland and grassland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans. · Lead the South Carolina QF staff to increase and enhance training opportunities for private landowners, resource professionals, and fire enthusiasts. · Prepare presentations and webinars concerning prescribed fire for training and outreach purposes in the state. · Increase credibility and support of prescribed fire with private landowners, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. · Coordinate and assist with the development of PBAs to promote prescribe fire · Write prescribed burn plans for private landowners and provide guidance to QF biologists in the writing of prescribed burn plans. · Prepare budgets, assist with grant writing, and monitor expenditures. · Communicate regularly with South Carolina prescribed fire practitioners across the state to build upon the use of prescribed fire Qualifications: Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: · Extensive knowledge and experience with prescribed fire and/or wildfire. · Knowledge of wildlife ecology, wetland and grassland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans. · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies. · Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele. · Extensive knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by Federal agencies (i.e. USDA and US Fish and Wildlife Service), state agencies, private partners and PF/QF. In addition, knowledge of how these programs are implemented in an agricultural landscape is desired. · Good computer skills including working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and ArcView/ArcGIS. · Demonstrated experience as a leader with strong initiative. · Ability to organize, develop, and implement educational and outreach activities, including workshops, seminars, and publications. · Excellent and proven verbal/written communication and organizational skills. · Conflict resolution skills. · Valid driver’s license required; work vehicle provided; some use of personal vehicle required (mileage reimbursement provided). · Able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance. Miscellaneous: Training and Experience Guideline: Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the applicant to possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, plant ecology, range management, or closely related natural resources field (M.S. preferred). Prior experience with private lands conservation and land management is also preferred. Prescribed fire training and field experience required. Working knowledge of farming and ranching operations is a plus. · Holds appropriate prescribed fire certifications per National Wildfire Coordinating Group: · o EX: S-130, S-190, L-180, ICS-100, S-290, etc. · o Current Pack Test or ability to acquire Pack Test in first year Salary: Starting Salary: $48,000-$58,000 + Benefits (see benefits summary on our Careers page at www.quailforever.org/jobs ) How to Apply: To Apply: Please combine your cover letter, resume and 3 references into a single MS Word document or Adobe Acrobat file before uploading to the “Resume” area on your application on our Recruitment website at www.quailforever.org/jobs . For more information about the position, contact Sara Lyda, PF/QF South Region Manager at: SLyda@quailforeverforever.org
