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Weeks three and four:

Leader will join their team and other SCA teams for 2 weeks of USFS Fire Academy Training. Certifications and topics at this training include but are not limited to: Fire Training (Red Card, S-130, S-190, L-180) Federal Chainsaw Training (S-112) Risk Management Key Duties and Responsibilities Act as a

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Advisor:

mentoring personal and professional development, teaching environmental stewardship Act as a

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communicating regularly with SCA and USFS supervisors, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, upholding a positive representation of SCA, ensuring gear, team vehicle, equipment, and PPE are being maintained and used properly Perform tasks as a

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organizing logistics, completing documentation and paperwork, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff Lead by example in the primary objective of this crew: fuels reduction, wildfire response, and prescribed burning projects Lead a team in additional projects, such as recreation or conservation tasks, as identified by USFS Work variable hours, possible long days and possible weekends, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, in varying weather conditions, and under physically demanding circumstances Working conditions may involve extreme high temperatures, high humidity, unpredictable weather conditions, and steep terrain. With support from their team supervisors, members will be asked to monitor and be responsible for their well-being in these environments. Marginal Duties When conditions are not ideal for burning, members will assist with other projects including vegetation removal, fire line preparation, equipment maintenance, and other work duties Participate in networking and professional development opportunities. Required Qualifications No prior wildland fire experience is required for this position Willingness to perform manual, physical labor for up to 12 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and carrying/lifting 40 pounds or more on a routine basis Experience working with youth or young adults. Pass the Work Capacity Test at the Arduous level (3 mile walk with 45lb weight vest that must be completed in 45 minutes or less). Participants who do not pass this test given at training will not be able to continue with this program. Click for a video on the

WCT:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjOZA2sbdMo Undergo an in-person physical required by USFS. In-person physicals should be initiated by December 1, 2026, and cleared by the start of the program Wilderness First Aid certification, or ability to obtain a Wilderness First Aid certification before start of season Must attend Crew Leader training: 1/4 - 1/9/2027 Minimum of 21 years of age US Work Authorization Valid driver's license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching or with environmental education. Experience with conservation work skills or related skills - i.e., wildland firefighting, trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, gardening Hours 40 per week or 80 over two weeks Living Accommodations Crew members will live and serve together for the duration of the season. The crew will be provided with shared housing throughout the season. Crew members should expect to share rooms in team housing.

SCA emphasizes the importance of community on our crews. Crew members should expect to fully participate in activities related to communal living on their team. To ensure a well-run team, crew members must all participate in house and crew responsibilities, including shared chores, cooking group meals, grocery shopping, and other team-based responsibilities. Compensation $850/week (pre-tax), paid bi-weekly Up to $1,000 travel stipend, to be used for travel to/from leader training, site location, and USFS Fire Academy Housing provided Meals provided during work days SCA uniform package Eligibility for a Public Land Corps Certificate for Noncompetitive Hiring Status General Physical Requirements Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies. Able to stay alert and engaged for extended periods of program time. 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Angelina-Sabine National Forest Prescribed Fire Corps Leader