Southwest Prescribed Fire Project Coordinator

The Prescribed Fire Project Coordinator will coordinate projects within the Guilds fire management program in New Mexico which seeks to find innovative ways to build fire adapted communities and landscapes by increasing implementation of prescribed fire on private and public land creating training and education opportunities increasing collaboration and broadening the definition of fire management. This position supports programs including the All Hands All Lands Burn Network and the Forest Stewards Youth Corps Fire and Fuels Crews in addition to other existing programs and landscapes across the region.  

This position spans both field and office responsibilities including planning coordinating and providing logistical support for and implementing prescribed burns led by the Guild supporting partner burn efforts and supervising field-based prescribed fire crews. This position will also support wildland and prescribed fire training including NWCG classes. This job will work to create a social and political environment that supports prescribed fire by supporting outreach and education efforts.    

The position will work across jurisdictions with diverse partners to apply ecologically appropriate prescribed fire and fuels treatments that lead to resilient forests watersheds and communities. The Project Coordinator will provide planning and logistical support to ensure project completion.  

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelors degree in fire ecology forestry environmental science or other natural resources field OR three years of experience of professional work in fire management fire ecology forestry environmental science or other natural resources field 

• Prescribed fire and/or wildfire experience and NWCG qualification as FFT1 

• Chainsaw experience and FAL3 qualifications 

• Proven leadership and experience leading crews in prescribed fire or wildfire operations 

• Ability to work in difficult weather conditions navigate in rough terrain and accommodate a flexible schedule to take advantage of prescribed burn windows 

• Strong logistical skills to coordinate and support prescribed burn operations 

• Proven dedication to operational safety 

• Strong self-direction and project management skills to complete projects under deadlines 

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills andattention to detail 

• Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with a team 

• Strong technical writing skills and effective knowledge of common software applications 

• Valid drivers license and ability to drive off-road in challenging conditions 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Understanding of risk management with a strong commitment to safety 

• Forestry knowledge or experience in forest ecosystems of the Southwest 

• Prescribed burn planning and forest management planning experience 

• NWCG qualification as a Single Resource Boss (ENGB preferred) 

• Chainsaw training experience and FAL2 qualification 

• State Certified Burn Manager RXB3 or higher prescribed fire qualifications 

• Experience in delivering formal classes and on the job training 

• Wilderness First Responder or highermedicalqualifications 

• Experience with ArcGIS for map production and basic analyses 

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits Package 

Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications ranging from $57200 to $70720 addition the Guild offers a competitive benefits package. Paid leave is accrued hourly from the first day of employment with an additional 12 paid holidays a year. Employer-sponsored comprehensive health and dental care coverage is available after 30 days and the Guild covers 80% of the cost. Short and long-term disability policies accidental death/dismemberment life insurance and family leave are paid by the Guild. Participation in a retirement plan with an employer match is available after 90 days. Family Leave after 12 months including up to six weeks paid leave and six weeks unpaid leave. 

The Guild is dedicated to providing an open transparent and just organization and workplace. We foster a work culture that recognizes the inherent value of our employees supports a healthy work-life balance and fosters personal growth. The Guild is an equal opportunity employer.   

Location 

This position is located at the Forest Stewards Guilds office in Santa Fe New Mexico. This position requires travel throughout the state including overnight stays. All travel costs from the Guild office in Santa Fe are covered including the use of a Guild vehicle. The opportunity to work from a home office on administrative tasks will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

FitnessandRed CardRequirements 
You must pass the arduous work capacity test (pack test). Projects will requireremotework outdoors in adverse conditions on steep and rugged terrainand/or in inclementand variableweatherconditions. 

ScheduleRequirements 
The average work week is 40 hours but the schedule may vary depending on operational may require working10-16 hourdaysand/oroutside of normal business hours workingduring weekendsand/orup to 14 days continuouslyand travel for extended periods of time to respond to weather windows and other demands of the work scheduleswill be consideredto accommodate family or other commitments. 

How to apply 

Interested applicants should visit the Smart Recruiters posting and email a one-page cover letter resume one-page writing sample three professional references and earliest available start date to by 5PM on March 30th 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The cover letter should indicate your earliest available start date. 

Contact us 
Questions about this position can be directed to Alex Etkind: . 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time