Wildfire Dispatcher 65480
Wildfire Dispatcher 65480
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Job Title: Wildfire Dispatcher
Job Requisition ID: 65480
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Fort McMurray AB
Full or PartTime: FullTime
Hours of Work: up to 40 hours per week
Regular/Temporary: TemporarySeasonalWage
Scope: Wage Competition
Closing Date: Until Suitable Candidate Found
Classification: Administrative Support 3
Salary: $21.95 to $26.81 per hour
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion visit: Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Albertas wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Albertas forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks visit: Division inspires public confidence in wildfire and forest management sustaining operations and preventative practices and leading collaboration that enables safe and resilient communities. For more information about the Alberta Wildfire: Responsibilities
If multitasking in a fastpaced environment and precision skills are your strengths we have the perfect role for you. Consider stepping into the position of Wildfire Dispatcher where your dedication to accuracy drives your success. Discover how your contributions seamlessly transform into effective wildfire response and community safety.
The Wildfire Dispatcher role resides within Fort McMurray Forest Area Offices.
The Wildfire Dispatcher takes appropriate actions to move place or direct wildfire resources with direction from a Duty Officer. Working with a variety of communication equipment the Wildfire Dispatcher provides the communication links between the Area Duty Room aircraft lookouts and crews working in the field.
Holding a calm and focused demeanor the Wildfire Dispatcher manages multiple tasks effectively ensuring accurate and timely data entry into multiple Wildfire specific programs prioritizing radio calls and verbal communication skills to effectively navigate work teams of all sizes. Wildfire Dispatchers will see changes in pace throughout the day and at times the job will involve multiple demands interruptions and timespecific requests. Attention to detail is paramount as are professionalism discretion and confidentiality.
Here is a glimpse into the day on the job: Wildfire Dispatcher
Responsibilities:
- Receiving and responding to 310Fire calls or smoke detections transmitted on the radio.
- Monitoring all aircraft and fire activities to ensure related regulations policy and procedural guidelines are followed maintain an aircraft position log manifests daily flight log and daily flight reports.
- Multitasking problem solving organizing and managing workplace priorities in changing conditions.
- Utilizing and troubleshooting radios computer equipment and other applications.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Teams Word Excel any others are an asset.
- Utilizing maps including GPS coordinates as well as legal land descriptions is also an asset.
- Processing aircraft requests for all agencies within the department.
- Initiating emergency response procedures to overdue or missing aircraft overdue staff or other emergency situations as required.
- Maintaining checkins with staff in accordance with safety protocols immediately reporting any irregularities as they occur.
- Function in the Incident Command System as assigned in the office and on wildfires.
Successful applicants will receive training in the Alberta Wildfire Dispatcher Course training in recording and conveying radio transmissions to and from aircraft crews and lookout observers in the field or on wildfires and training in wildfirespecific computer programs utilized in the daytoday work.
Join us in this critical role where your skills contribute to effective wildfire response and community safety.
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: Your Competencies:
- Creative problem solving:Develops solutions to complex problems conscious of the development conservation and use of resources.
- Drive for results: Strives to exceed objectives and maximize resource to achieve results aligned with the goals of the department considerate to both internal and external partners.
- Build Collaborative Environments: Takes a collaborative approach with your work to foster open communication and leverage team skills.
- Agility: Identifies alternative approached in uncertain complex situations supporting others in determining and assessing strategy.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma plus one 1 year of related experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Teams Word Excel and Outlook).
- Proficient computer skills encompassing keyboarding and data record management.
- Demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.
- Must be 18 years of age or older prior to start date.
Directly related experience or education may be considered on the basis of:
- one year of experience for one year of education or
- one year of education for one year of experience
Assets
- Knowledge or experience with the Forestry sector.
- Knowledge of Incident Command system 24hour clock and phonetic alphabet.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to Requirements:
The following conditions are not required at time of application but must be provided prior to start date:
- A valid unrestricted Alberta Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent
- A minimum 3year Drivers Abstract showing a record of seven 7 demerits or less (obtained within 30 days of your commencement date and presented to management prior to commencement)
- A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR certification
- A current Defensive Driving certificate
- A Certificate of Proficiency in Radio (Aeronautical) from Industry Canada is required for working in this position.. This certificate can/will be obtained through the Alberta Wildfire Dispatcher Course that is provided to those who work in this position.
Notes
This competition is recruiting seasonal wage Wildfire Dispatcher positions for Fort McMurray Forest Areas with weekly hours up to 40.
This position entails shift work and may involve night shifts. Candidates are expected to have flexibility for evening and weekend shifts. The estimated shift pattern as determined by the Forest Area may involve either 10 days on and 4 days off or 7 days on/2 days off7 days on/days off or 7 days on/ 3 off 7 days on/ 4 days off. This position could require availability for export (travel outside of home area).
About Your Application
- Terms of employment in your resume are to be identified in months and years highlighting applicable duties or achievements at the respective role.
- Those selected for an interview are requested to bring three 3 workrelated references.
- Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
What We Offer:
Wage employees receive 11.2 in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave:
- 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays.
- 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay.
Shift differential and opportunity to work overtime evening and weekend shifts.
Premium Pay Allowances:
- Free accommodations may be available as determined by the Forest Area.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Employment Type
Hourly
