Individual Placement- IFRI- Catahoula Ranger District Bently, LA
The Student Conservation AssociationAbout the role
Position Summary
Longleaf ecosystem restoration by using prescribed fire and timber management practices. Recreation facilities maintenance and improvements. Interns will have an opportunity to see all phases of prescribed fire management and managing for Red-cockaded Woodpecker (RCW) habitat management. Recreation projects will mostly be in developed campgrounds and maintenance of a 25 mile horse trail.
Location
Bently, LA
Schedule
January 19, 2026 - May 9, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Member of a prescribed fire crew involved in prep, implementation, and rehab of prescribed fire burn units. Engine/dozer crewmember for fire suppression.
Marginal Duties
Assisting recreation program in maintenance of developed recreation areas and trails using a variety of tools.
Qualifications
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Outdoor experience
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Catahoula RD has housing
Winn RD does not – possibly could share with Cat but would be 45 min drive to Winn.
Compensation
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
Defensive Drive Training
First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Firefighter Type 2 – FFT2
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
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