Wildland Fire Dispatcher

Initial Attack Dispatcher/Logistics Dispatcher, Wildland Fire Dispatcher 2 (WFD2)
Full-time, Non-permanent, Seasonal, Represented positions
Anticipated employment is April – October 2025
Salary: $3,477.00 – $4,632.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/11/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Emergency Fire Dispatch and Phone Communications – to include facilitating communications between field resources (both DNR and Federal agencies) and the dispatch center, its cooperators, and private contractors; monitoring multiple radio frequencies, providing safe and reliable communications for field resources; dispatching resources to incidents; and providing support in the management and control of incidents.
• Fire Reporting – to include processing and completing fire reports, focusing on detail and accuracy, thus supporting the integrity of national fire data and statistics.
• Administrative Support/Other Duties as Assigned – to include answering and directing phone calls; providing accurate information to the public regarding burn restrictions and current fire danger ratings; scanning and filing documents; placing and filling orders to help support the needs of the center and field staff; and assisting the center in maintaining reference materials.

Required Qualifications: 

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Suite.
• Experience involving public contact or communication such as radio communications, receptionist, switchboard operator, or clerical office work including interacting with the public.