Wildland Fire Dispatch Lead & Assistant Center Manager

State of Alaska; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska seeks an Assistant Dispatch Center Manager in Palmer to lead and coordinate emergency response operations for wildland fire and all-hazard incidents. You will mentor staff and oversee movement of personnel, aircraft, equipment, and critical incident information to support interagency coordination across Alaska’s dispatch regions.

Ideal candidates bring NWCG certifications, three years of forestry or natural resources experience, and proven leadership in high-stress

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field.
• Certification from the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) in any three of the following: Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD), Expanded Dispatch Supervisory Dispatcher (EDSP), Initial Attack Dispatcher (IADP), Aircraft Dispatcher (ACDP).
• Wildland Fire Dispatch Coordinators must receive red card training and certification under the National Incident Qualification System.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and coordination for consolidated dispatch operations.
• Mentor and lead dispatch staff and coordinate movement of personnel, aircraft, equipment, supplies, and critical incident information.
• Support wildland fire suppression and all-hazard incidents across Alaska’s dispatch areas.

Skills

Decision Making

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Stress Tolerance

Telecommunications and Logistics

Education

Three years experience in forestry/natural resources or related field

NWCG certification in three of EDSD/EDSP/IADP/ACDP

Job description

The State of Alaska seeks an Assistant Dispatch Center Manager in Palmer to lead and coordinate emergency response operations for wildland fire and all-hazard incidents. You will mentor staff and oversee movement of personnel, aircraft, equipment, and critical incident information to support interagency coordination across Alaska’s dispatch regions.

Ideal candidates bring NWCG certifications, three years of forestry or natural resources experience, and proven leadership in high-stress