Individual Placement- IFRI- Catahoula Ranger District Bently, LA

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.