- Receiving and responding to 310-Fire 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 trouble-shooting 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 check-ins 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.
- 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, data record management, and demonstrated organizational experience
- Must be 18 years of age or older prior to start date
- one year of experience for one year of education or
- one year of education for one year of experience
- Knowledge of or experience with the Forestry sector
- Knowledge of Incident Command system, 24-hour clock, and phonetic alphabet
- A valid, unrestricted Alberta Class 5 Driver's License, or equivalent
- A minimum 3-year Driver's 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
Wildfire Dispatcher - Calgary, Canada - Government of Alberta
Description
Job Information
Job Title: Wildfire Dispatcher
Job Requisition ID: 58258
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Seasonal Wage
Scope: Wage Competition
Closing Date: Open 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, please visit:
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's 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:
The Wildfire Management Branch 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 Wildfire Management Branch:
Role Responsibilities
Mult-tasking and precision skills are your strengths, and 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 Calgary only. 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 time-specific requests. Attention to detail is paramount, as are professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
Successful applicants will receive training in the Alberta Wildfire Dispatcher Orientation 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 wildfire-specific computer programs utilized in the day-today work.
Join us in this critical role where your skills contribute to effective wildfire response and community safety.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Directly related experience or education may be considered on the basis of:
Assets:
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to
Additional Requirements:
The following conditions are not required at time of application, but must be provided prior to start date:
Certificate of Proficiency in Radio (Aeronautical) from Industry Canada is required. This certificate can be obtained through the Alberta Wildfire Dispatcher Orientation course before commencing work in this position.
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.