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This position will:\nProvide prescribed fire-related training to local PBAs;\n\nCoordinate accurate and efficient burn acreage reporting from local PBAs to APBA;\n\nTrack, inventory, order, and distribute prescribed fire equipment to local PBAs;\n\nServe as the direct point of contact for local PBA officers, members, and potential new members;\n\nCommunicate and report effectively to the APBA Board of Directors;\n\nParticipate as necessary in prescribed burns with local PBAs;\n\nOrganize and host new PBA start-up meetings when necessary; and\n\nComplete all other duties and responsibilities associated with coordinating PBAs as determined by the QF Arkansas State Coordinator and the APBA Board.\n\nSpecific Duties:\nFacilitate day-to-day operations of the APBA to coordinate, equip, train, sustain, and lead PBA efforts in Arkansas and promote the ‘landowners helping landowners’ model.\n\nServe as a Statewide PBA Outreach Coordinator and Expert in Prescribed Burning\n\nInstruct PBAs, PBA membership, and landowners interested in PBAs through the burning process, and encourage landowners to participate in a two-day Qualified Prescribed Burner Course.\n\nLead and develop training efforts in each PBA, and encourage PBAs to continue training efforts on their own.\n\nAssist individual members of PBAs and APBA through the Prescribed Burning process by utilizing their knowledge of fire behavior, fire effects, fire ecology, and the business of prescribed burning.\n\nAssist APBA with the planning of the Annual APBA Statewide Meeting.\n\nConduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly check-ins with PBA officers, and APBA Directors to ensure effective communication and accountability.\n\nDocument, track, inventory, disperse, and coordinate purchasing as feasible, of burn trailers and all equipment for PBAs.\n\nEncourage PBA members to recognize good burn opportunities and complete burns following a prescribed burn plan.\n\nMonitor and facilitate PBA burn reporting with frequent communication and coordination with PBA officers and membership. Encourage all PBA members/volunteers to report completed burns.\n\nDeliver public presentations, webinars, and workshops, and promote a healthy fire culture in Arkansas.\n\nFoster a healthy relationship with landowners, fire practitioners, PBAs, APBA, AR Fire Council, State and Federal Agencies, NGOs, and all other parties associated with prescribed fire and PBAs in Arkansas.\n\nComplete other duties as assigned to promote the mission of APBA and Quail Forever.\nMeet and understand requirements of Quail Forever’s Prescribed Fire Policy, and understand the difference between QF employee requirements and APBA requirements for PBA members and AR landowners.\nAs necessary, participate in and lead prescribed burns, to include training burns, ensuring adherence to prescription and the safety of participants, neighbors, and the public. Encourage PBA members to boss their own burns and serve as guidance/support on PBA burns.\n\nDesired Knowledge. Skills and Abilities:\nExtensive knowledge and experience with prescribed fire, fire ecology, and wildfire as it pertains to the South and Southeast US.\n\nHolds appropriate prescribed fire certifications per National Wildfire Coordinating Group:\nEX: S-130, S-190, L-180, ICS-100, S-230, S-290, I-700, etc. \n\nHolds Arkansas Qualified Prescribed Burner qualification after employment.\n\nCurrent Pack Test or ability to acquire Pack Test in first year.\n\nCRWB – Required, RXB2 - Desired\n\nKnowledge of wildlife ecology, wetland and grassland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans.\n\nAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with all landowners and partners.\n\nAbility to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele.\n\nKnowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by Federal agencies (i.e. USDA and US Fish and Wildlife Service), state agencies, private and NGO partners, etc. In addition, knowledge of how these programs are implemented in a Working Lands landscape is desired. \n\nExcellent computer skills including working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and ArcPro.\n\nDemonstrated experience as a leader with strong initiative.\n\nAbility to organize, develop, and implement educational and outreach activities, including workshops, seminars, and publications.\n\nExcellent and proven verbal/written communication and organizational skills.\n\nConflict resolution skills.\n\nWillingness to work flexible schedule and some weekends as needed.\n\nValid driver’s license required; work vehicle provided; some use of personal vehicle required (mileage reimbursement provided).\n\nEducation and Experience Requirements: A minimum requirement for this position is a Bachelor of Science Degree in forestry, wildlife management, plant ecology, fire ecology, or a closely related natural resources field with a minimum of three years related experience. Prescribed fire training, certifications, and field experience as outlined above is required. Knowledge of Forestry and Working Lands agricultural operations is desired.\n\nStarting Salary: $55,000 (commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience) with annual performance-based raises and the following benefits:\nHealth, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans are available.\n\n401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.\n\nStudent Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees.\n\nVehicle Provided. QF Employees are required to comply with PF/QF’s Driving Record Verification Process and adhere to PF/QF’s Operating Motor Vehicle Policy.\n\nPaid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees.\n\nBereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year. \n\n13 paid holidays.\n\nTo Apply: Please combine your cover letter, resume, and three references as a single Microsoft Word document or PDF file before uploading as part of your application on our recruitment website at . Only online applications will be accepted.\n\nContact:\nThomas Baldridge, APBA Director, or 501-230-2030\n\nHunter Johnson, APBA Director, or 870-319-0218\n\nRyan Parker, PF/QF Arkansas State Coordinator, or (307) 321-6295\n\nPheasants Forever is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 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