Aircraft Dispatch Coordinator, Wildland Fire Program Coordinator 1

• Service-oriented
• Calm under pressure
• Attentive to detail
• And possess strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the DNR Air Operations Support Coordinator to obtain the Aviation Exclusive Use and Call When Needed Aviation Agreements Amendments and Contract Numbers.
• Transfer and/or accept or accept aircraft transferred in IROC between the Washington State DNR Coordination Center WA-WAC) and sending or receiving dispatch centers. Ensure that before transfer the sending/receiving dispatch center has obtained the correct DNR aircraft agreement number(s) and dispatch center unit identifiers.
• The DNRCC aircraft desk in the DNR Coordination Center is the single point of ordering for additional aircraft. Surge resources that are staged at the Olympia Airport will be dispatched by DNRCC as state-wide assets. ACDP will clarify roles with WA State Dispatch Centers ensuring parallel processes are eliminated.
• Communicate with statewide surge aircraft via radio console and log activity in WildCADe.
• Track aircraft resources during fire suppression and non-fire suppression activities using systems such as Automated Flight Following (AFF) and WildCADe. Relay status updates to region dispatch centers fire managers and incident commanders.
• Coordinate with aviation staff and region dispatch centers to ensure resource orders for aviation assets are properly executed statewide.
• Coordinate with Dispatch Centers or WFMD Aviation staff to obtain or create the Tactical Aircraft Request Orders (TARO) for DNR aviation resources dispatched to incidents. Ensure TAROs are attached to the IROC resource orders.
• Assist regions or the NW Coordination Center with ordering Service Infrared Daytime (SIRD) and Service Infrared Nighttime (SIRN) resource requests if needed. When Western Washington dispatch centers request SIRD and SIRN place the resource orders with the appropriate dispatch center.
• Fill fixed wing rotor wing equipment and overhead aviation IROC resource orders sent to the DNR CC and email resource orders to the necessary staff.
• Implement formal procedures requiring all region dispatch centers or the NW Coordination Center to submit detection flight requests through a unified process either directly to the HUB or coordinated through the DNR CC Aircraft Coordinator.
• Coordinate with the Region dispatch centers to document aircraft dispatched to the NW Compact partners. Ensure the resource order indicates it is a Compact Request in IROC prior to filling or creating the resource order.
• Provide flight following when regional dispatch centers are not staffed ensuring communication and coordination with pilots and air operations.
• Collaborate with helicopter managers air attack and other dispatchers and coordinators during initial attack to ensure efficient and safe dispatch of air resources.
• In coordination with state and partner dispatch centers assess the need for and manage Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) based on fire complexity and location. This includes creating and submitting TFR orders in IROC and communicating with the Northwest Coordination Center (NWCC).
• If WNG Aircraft are requested to be mobilized communicate promptly with the DNR CC Center Manager DNR Aviation personnel and State EMD personnel. Upload IROC aviation resource orders into the State EMD WebEOC Mission Tracker.
• Work with the Center Manager to determine staffing needs for the Aircraft Desk based on current and expected wildfire conditions and severity. Request funding if needed to schedule qualified and trainee Aircraft Dispatchers primarily between July and September or as needed based on fire activity and preparedness levels.
• Oversee and train detailed dispatchers or other personnel involved in aircraft dispatch operations including on-the-job training simulation exercises and reviews of aircraft protocols and safety plans.
• In coordination with dispatch centers and the WFMD Aircraft Duty Officer monitor all House Bill (HB) 1498 fires and track DNR aircraft dispatched to each. Receive collect and save IROC aircraft demobilization resource orders for each fire and aviation resource.
• Create and maintain an HB 1498 Excel spreadsheet with date name of fire and DNR aviation resources on each fire to provide to WFMD Aviation staff.

Required Qualifications:
You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications such as education volunteer work life skills and experience. It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• Associates degree in a Natural Resources field and two years of professional experience working with wildland fire management natural resources dispatching or communications and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Completed FEMA ICSand 800 courses.
• Qualified Expanded Dispatch Recorder (EDRC).
• Qualified Initial Attack Dispatcher (IADP).
• Experience with understanding complex rules legal documents plans agreements and contracts.
• Knowledge of fire suppression principles/techniques and resource capabilities/limitations.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills with co-workers partner agency employees and the general public.
• Strong professional writing skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity equity inclusion and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
    
    

• Indoor open cubicle office setting. During fire season the DNR Coordination Center can be noisy due to the number of phone calls sent/received and additional dispatch personnel staffing. The additional noise could be stressful and interrupt concentration.
• Little travel is required but it could be statewide or nationally and would involve overnight accommodations.

• Qualified Aircraft Dispatcher (ACDP) or Aircraft Dispatcher Trainee
• D-312 Aircraft Dispatcher
• D-110 Expanded Dispatch Recorder
• D-310 Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher
• D-311 Initial Attack Dispatcher
• S-270 Basic Air Operations
• ICS-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
• S-130 Firefighter Training
• S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
• A-100 Basic Aviation Safety
• A-103 Temporary Flight Restrictions and Advisory Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs)
• A-109 Aviation Radio Use
• A-110 Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials
• A-115 Automated Flight Following
• A-200 Mishap Review
• A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations
• A-203 Basic Airspace
• A-204 Crew Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
• A-205 Risk Management I
• A-207 Mission Scheduling and Coordination
• A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval
• A-303 Human Factors in Aviation
• A-305 Risk Management II
• A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations II
• A-310 Overview of Crew Resource Management

Application Requirements:Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents please contact .

• Online Application: Apply at (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Cover Letter:Your cover letter should be tailored to this job posting. Be sure to highlight your qualifications for this role directly address the requirements of the position and explain why youre the best candidate for the job.
• Resume:Your resume should consist of your work history education volunteer work life skills experience and any other relevant information associated with the position.
• References:References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three (3) professional references to include a current or most recent supervisor along with telephone numbers.
• Complete All Supplemental Questions:Answers to these questions will be used to evaluate candidates. Please provide comprehensive answers to all questions requiring a text response.
• Attach a copy of your FEMA ICSand 800 certificates.
• Important:Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security Number year of birth etc.).
• Email Communication:Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive these communications.

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• Work/life balance
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• 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 benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.