Wildland Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

Florida; McCaln (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State insurance

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

401(a) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service, seeks an OPS Wildland Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency response and fire suppression activities from the Central Communications Center. The role requires quick decision-making, radio operations, and collaboration with local agencies.

Responsibilities include dispatching crews, monitoring status, and maintaining records; the position involves shifting hours and travel as needed, with a focus on safeguarding

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1 year of experience in radio-teletype operations or related public contact work.
• College education can substitute at 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours for the required experience.
• Valid class E driver license.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch fire crews and law enforcement personnel using radio and telephone to respond to wildfires and incidents.
• Monitor locations and status of personnel and equipment and coordinate with other agencies.
• Prepare reports, maintain SOPs, and manage administrative tasks in the communications center.
• Provide weather forecasts and fire weather information to field personnel.

Skills

Radio dispatch

Public safety dispatch

Forestry operations

Emergency response coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FMIS

ArcGIS

Spider Tracks

MapQuest

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service, seeks an OPS Wildland Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency response and fire suppression activities from the Central Communications Center. The role requires quick decision-making, radio operations, and collaboration with local agencies.

Responsibilities include dispatching crews, monitoring status, and maintaining records; the position involves shifting hours and travel as needed, with a focus on safeguarding