PBA COORDINATOR

Job Type: Full time, on-site

Location: Cascadia Prescribed Burn Association/Ecological Services LLC - Leavenworth, WA

Pay: $55,000-$75,000/year

Application Deadline: open until filled

The Cascadia PBA is seeking an enthusiastic and community-minded individual to serve as the Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) Coordinator. This position plays a critical role in fostering collaboration among landowners, conservation organizations, and local stakeholders to promote the safe and effective use of prescribed fire for land management.

Full-Time, Limited-Term; 32-hour avg. work week. Funding for this position is currently secured through June 30, 2027. Continued employment beyond that date is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between landowners, partners, and agencies involved in prescribed burning.
• Organize, plan and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and training events related to prescribed fire.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local landowners, organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in outreach efforts, including creating informational materials and managing social media content.
• Support logistical planning for prescribed burns, including scheduling, securing resources, and coordinating volunteers.
• Seek funding opportunities through grant writing, fundraisers and partnerships.
• Establish post fire monitoring protocol/ procedures/ outreach.
• Participate in WA Prescribed Fire Council and The WAPBA network.
• Participate in other Fire related networks and organizations.
• Conduct site visits with private landowners interested in prescribed fire.
• Support landowners with burn plan development and permitting.
• Facilitate quarterly Steering Committee Meetings.
• Be an as needed crewmember of the Ecological Services prescribed burn crew.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to engage with diverse audiences.
• Ability to plan and execute events, meetings, and training sessions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn about prescribed fire and land management practices.
• Experience with outreach, public speaking, and community engagement.
• Computer skills, including email, social media, and document management.
• Content/Outreach creation through canva, IG, and similar apps.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
• Prior prescribed fire experience is desired but NOT required—but most important is a willingness to learn and a passion for engaging with the community.
• NWCG Qualifications and familiarity are a plus.
• WA Certified Burn Manager or an interest becoming certified.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, organizing events, and making a tangible impact on land management and conservation efforts. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, including training in prescribed fire operations. The new PBA coordinator will work directly with the previous coordinator who is taking on a different role. While this is a term position, the Cascadia PBA Steering Committee is actively seeking long-term funding for the coordinator position.