CLK 15R - Dispatch Lead

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Parksville; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) within the BC Public Service is seeking a Dispatch Lead to supervise Dispatchers at the Regional Wildfire Coordination Centre in Parksville. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes leadership, emergency response experience, and adherence to regional procedures.

Two full-time positions are available; CRC and security screening are required. Candidates must have Grade 12 plus related experience, and may need a valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and an equivalent combination of education, training and related experience, plus 2 years emergency response related experience.
• Willingness to undergo security screening including CRC/CRRA as required.

Responsibilities

• Training, supervision and work performance of assigned Dispatchers and ensuring regional procedures are implemented consistently and accurately.
• Assist in maintaining RWCC operations and coordinate dispatch activities across zones.
• Be flexible with changing responsibilities, including extended hours and standby as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Grade 12 with related experience

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Posting Title

CLK 15R - Dispatch Lead

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Salary Range

$62,609.62 - $70,814.71 annually

Close Date

9/7/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division

Job Summary

The Team

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is the Province of BC’s primary emergency response organization that operates year-round to deliver its mandate for wildfire management. BCWS also delivers expertise and services in response to other natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS is underpinned by the Four Pillars of Emergency Management – Prevention & Mitigation, Preparedness, Response and Recovery. BCWS partners with ministries, agencies, local, provincial, national, and international governments, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations to advance effective management of wildfire and other natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS operates provincially, delivering services through six Fire Centres, thirty-three Zones and two provincial centres in Kamloops and Victoria.

The Role

This position is responsible for the training, supervision and work performance of assigned Dispatchers and ensuring regional procedures are implemented consistently and accurately for the Regional Wildfire Coordination Centre (RWCC).

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 and an equivalent combination of education, training and related experience, plus 2 years emergency response related experience.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Provisos and Willingness Statements

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments, and corporate structures.
• To keep current on emerging issues.
• To take in-house training and certification as required.
• To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
• To work extended hours, including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan.
• To travel and/or overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
• To participate in Incident Command System positions as assigned.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence. (if relevant for position)
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

About this Position

This position has full time on-site requirements. There is currently two full time positions available located in Parksville. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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