Jobs
University of Montana, Assistant Professor of Silviculture, Missoula, MT. The Department of Forest Management in the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation is seeking a tenure-track faculty member to develop an externally funded research program focused on contemporary forest management. Responsibilities include research, translating findings into practical applications and teaching in the accredited undergraduate forestry program. The position offers opportunities for field-based research and teaching at the Lubrecht Experimental Forest. (Open until filled)
The Ember Alliance, Call-When-Needed Wildland Fire Training Instructor, Fort Collins, CO. The Ember Alliance is seeking experienced wildland fire instructors to support NWCG training events for state, federal, nonprofit, youth corps and other partner organizations. Instructors may teach 100- and 200-level courses, provide hands-on and virtual training, support prescribed fire operations, and work with underserved and underrepresented populations in the fire community. The position is contract-based and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. (Open until filled)
The Ember Alliance, 2027 Uwharrie Prescribed Fire/Fuels Seasonal Crewmember, Troy, NC. The Ember Alliance is hiring seasonal crew members to support prescribed fire, fuels reduction and natural-resource management projects in central North Carolina. Work may include prescribed burning, invasive-species removal, ecological surveys, trail maintenance, wetland restoration and timber stand improvement. The position provides housing and pays $20 per hour. (Apply by November 15, 2026)
Wind River Bear Institute, Karelian Bear Dog Program Intern, Florence, MT. Gain hands-on experience with wildlife conservation and bear-management work. (Apply by October 15, 2026)
The Ember Alliance, 2027 Uwharrie Prescribed Fire/Fuels Seasonal Crewmember, Troy, NC. Support prescribed fire, fuels reduction and ecological restoration. Pays $20 per hour; housing provided. (Apply by November 15, 2026)
Montana Conservation Corps, Big Sky Watershed Corps Member, Montana. Support watershed restoration, water-quality monitoring and community conservation projects. Includes a living allowance, health insurance and an education award. (Apply by November 30, 2026)
Montana Department of Agriculture, AgCorps Member, Montana. Support environmental stewardship, agricultural education and community outreach. Pays approximately $23,000 annually. (Apply by December 21, 2026)