Description

Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1, Aircraft Dispatch Coordinator
Recruitment #2023-2-7971
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: Southeast Region- East Wenatchee, WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $4,892.00 - $6,575.00 Monthly

CLOSING DATE EXTENDED! Review of applications is ongoing. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time. It is in the applicant’s best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Southeast Region. The Central Washington Interagency Communications Center (CWICC) is looking for an Aircraft Dispatch Coordinator to join our team. The person hired into this role will be responsible for providing timely and effective dispatching and coordination of aircraft, personnel, and equipment for fire suppression as well as provide administrative support to the fire suppression program (i.e. fire reports, resource orders, record retention, cost tracking, rosters, smoke management, etc.). It is important for the incumbent of this position to have a wide variety of communication skills as they will interact with numerous levels of managers, supervisors and employees within the DNR as well as those within other agencies (US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, US Fish and Wildlife, rural fire districts, etc.) and the general public.

It is critical that the incumbent in this position have the confidence and ability to make independent decisions based on emergent situations and maintains their composure and professionalism while working in a potentially high stress environment.

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating, leading and dispatching multi-agency rotor wing and fixed wing aircraft for initial attack
• Assessment and decision making with regard to aircraft utilization on emerging and on-going incidents
• Utilizing Automatic Flight Following (AFF), IROC and WildCAD for aviation resource tracking and communication
• Monitors the need for Temporary Flight Restrictions
• Work, communicate and coordinate with neighboring dispatch centers, as well as agency SEAT, helicopter, smokejumper, rappel, short haul and tanker bases.
• Coordinate interagency aviation communications and preparedness
• Represent CWICC at various interagency aviation briefings, preparedness meetings, workshops and after-action reviews
• Track costs for all CWICC controlled aircraft
• Ensure correct implementation of DNR and federal aviation agreements, including Exclusive Use and Call When Needed resources.
• Develop aircraft cost reports
• Supervise 2-4 seasonal Aircraft and/or Initial Attack dispatchers
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Incident Command System experience
• NIMS training
• Experience with research and interprets complex rules, legal documents, plans, and contracts
• Knowledge of fire suppression principles/techniques and resource capabilities/limitations
• 2 years of professional experience in natural resource specialties, dispatching, communications or business administrations or as an Emergency Management Program Specialist 1.
• Strong Organizational skills
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Working Conditions:

• Position is assigned to the Central Washington Interagency Communications Center (CWICC) in East Wenatchee. Work is performed within a dispatch office environment where frequent interruptions, multi-tasking and stressful conditions are routine. Dispatch is a high pressure environment, answering multiple radio/phone calls per day, under noisy conditions for extended periods of time without loss of concentration, sit for 4 or more hours per day; work overtime on short notice to assist in emergency operations and accept varying work schedules/shifts; follow written and /or oral instructions; to move or relocate objects weighing approximately 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Throughout the year occasional travel is required to attend meetings and trainings throughout the region and state.
• Employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (be fully vaccinated against COVID-19) or be approved for a medical or religious accommodation as a condition of employment. Please note, any offer of employment is contingent and no start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved accommodation. “Fully vaccinated” means the following: An employee is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Novavax) or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson (J&J)/Janssen) authorized for emergency use, licensed, or otherwise approved by the FDA or listed for emergency use, or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• Initial Attack Dispatcher Experience
• Aircraft Dispatcher Experience
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of study, communications or natural resources
• Experience in wildland firefighting operations

Supplemental Information

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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Questions? Please contact Miles Pollack at mile.pollack@dnr.wa.gov, 509-424-0098 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov

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