Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Georgia · posted 7 days ago
Job Responsibilities: The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division, Wildlife Conservation Section is seeking four seasonal associates to assist with prescribed fire operations and habitat restoration/management projects across the Coastal Plain of Georgia, primarily targeting high-priority gopher tortoise habitat. Associates will be a part of a four-person burn crew stationed at the Alapaha River WMA in Ocilla, Georgia. Work priorities will include prescribed fire operations, fireline construction, regular maintenance of equipment, and pre/post-burn monitoring. The crew may also be involved with exotic and invasive species control, native species planting, other land management activities, and assisting in species monitoring/surveys. Burn crew work typically involves strenuous or tedious physical work for prolonged periods of time under all weather conditions, sometimes in remote areas. Hours of work can be long and irregular (sometimes on weekends) with little control over scheduling. Days off may vary from week to week and could be subject to change on short notice. This is an opportunity to acquire valuable training, certifications, and experience working closely with natural resource management professionals. As part of the Interagency Burn Team (IBT), you will be working with a variety of different agencies, including Georgia Department of Natural Resources, The Nature Conservancy, Georgia Forestry Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, The Orianne Society, and other agencies and organizations, as well as dedicated volunteers and private landowners. Timeline: This position will begin at the start of January 2027 and end mid-June 2027 (168-day appointment). Minimum Qualifications: • Associate degree and/or 6 months of related experience. • Ability to complete minimum NWCG requirements for Basic Wildland Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) including Introduction to ICS (ICS-100), Introduction to NIMS (IS-700), Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighter Training (S-130), and Chainsaw Use (S-212 or S112), as well as basic requirements for the Moderate Pack Test (2 miles in 30 minutes with a 25lb pack). • Willingness to work long and irregular hours. • Current driver’s license with clean driving record and able to pass a State of Georgia criminal background check. Preferred Qualifications: • Current NWCG qualifications for Basic Wildland Firefighter (FFT2) or higher, including Introduction to ICS (ICS-100), Introduction to NIMS (IS-700), Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighter Training (S-130), and Chainsaw Use (S-212). • Experience with the safe operation and general maintenance of chainsaws, UTVs, ATVs, portable pumps, backpack sprayers, hand tools, and ignition devices. · Experience pulling trailers with a pickup truck, sometimes over long distances and in off-road situations. • Ability to perform hard physical work in adverse conditions and weather. • Experience with operation and maintenance of farm/heavy equipment and implements. • Ability to complete an arduous pack test (3 mile walk with 45lbs in 45 mins or less) Salary: $14-17/hour based on experience. Transportation to/from sites, training, and job-related equipment will be provided. Housing can be provided. Application: Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references in a single document to: Jacob Wilson jacob.wilson@dnr.ga.gov (229-322-7287) Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted no later than October 30, 2026.
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