Description
Aircraft Dispatch Coordinator, Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1
Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $5398.00 - $7254.00 Monthly
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The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Coordination Center is searching for a Wildfire Aircraft Dispatch Coordinator (Wildland Fire Coordinator 1). During fire season, the DNR Coordination Center (DNR CC) can be very active as a Dispatch Center. The position will report to the DNR CC Center Manager but will also take direction from the Aviation Assistant Division Manager and coordinate directly with other Aviation Program staff to carry out programmatic duties. This position works under the guidance of state regulations, agency policies and procedures, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and agency strategic plans. This position supports the mission and goals of the agency through the coordination of wildland fire mobilization, dispatching, regulation, contracting, and interagency agreements. This position will dispatch DNR and Contract aircraft to wildland fires, working with DNR, partner agency staff, and the private aviation sector. The position will track DNR Aircraft mobilization, demobilization, and response efforts. This position is an important link coordinating the fiscal accountability for aircraft billings with the operational use of DNR aviation assets.
Required Qualifications:
You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.
- Associate’s degree in a Natural Resources field and two years of professional experience working with wildland fire management, natural resources, dispatching or communications, and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Completed FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
- Qualified Expanded Dispatch Recorder (EDRC).
- Qualified Initial Attack Dispatcher (IADP).
- Experience with understanding complex rules, legal documents, plans, agreements, and contracts.
- Knowledge of fire suppression principles/techniques and resource capabilities/limitations.
Required Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with co-workers, partner agency employees, and the general public.
- Strong professional writing skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid military leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
