Wildfire Dispatch Specialist

Government of British Columbia; Prince George; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Prince George seeks a Dispatcher to manage emergency responses for wildfire situations. Responsibilities include receiving and responding to fire reports, handling radio communications, and ensuring safety procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, capable of multi-tasking, and proficient with Microsoft Office. The role offers full-time on-site work and exposure to diverse challenges in an inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Healthy work/life balance

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an accurate typing speed of 50 words per minute or greater.
• Experience working in a demanding environment with strict timelines.
• Experience in emergency response or dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to fire reports.
• Handle multiple radio communications.
• Monitor safety procedures for personnel and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

A regional government agency in Prince George seeks a Dispatcher to manage emergency responses for wildfire situations. Responsibilities include receiving and responding to fire reports, handling radio communications, and ensuring safety procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, capable of multi-tasking, and proficient with Microsoft Office. The role offers full-time on-site work and exposure to diverse challenges in an inclusive team environment.