Alaska Wildland Fire Information
Wildland Fire Dispatch Coordinator 2 (PCN 10-9485)
Alaska Wildland Fire Information, Juneau, Alaska, United States,
***This recruitment has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool***What You Will Be DoingThe Division of Forestry & Fire Protection provides wildland fire response and management for over 150 million acres of state, private, and municipal lands throughout Alaska. The Fire Protection Program is seeking a motivated, high-energy team member for the Assistant Center Manager position to support the Alaska Interagency Dispatch Centers. This critical position is part of the fire protection team whose purpose is to ensure public safety and the protection of Alaska’s communities, resources, and infrastructure from wildland fires.
The primary responsibilities for this position include representing the State of Alaska and leading daily operations within the Alaska Interagency Coordination Center for both State and Federal employees within the geographical area. The position co-manages the interagency geographic area intelligence and logistics coordination with Federal counterparts (BLM and USFS Coordinators) and has full management responsibility for Federal and State employees on a daily shift and oversees the resource ordering process in support of wildland fires or natural disasters.
This position has statewide authority and provides initial attack support for fire suppression in state protection areas. It also serves as the primary contact with the Alaska Interagency Coordination Center for resource mobilization on a statewide, national, and international level.
Who We Are Looking ForThe successful candidate for this position will possess some or all of the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. Each of these traits must be documented in your cover letter and applicant profile to advance to the interview phase.
Experience and background as a dispatch supervisorPlanning and budget managementExperience at dispatch centers, AICC and NICCDeveloping operations plansPractical knowledge of a multiagency coordination groupKnowledge of administrative functions, including employee management, procurement regulations, and supervisory methods.Four years of experience in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related fieldAndCertification from the NWCG in any
three
of the following:Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD)Expanded Dispatch Supervisory Dispatcher (EDSP)Initial Attack Dispatcher (IADP)Aircraft Dispatcher (ACDP)
Substitution:Four years in any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience). There is no substitute for the required certifications.
Special Note:
?Wildland Fire Dispatch Coordinators must receive red card training and certification under the National Incident Qualification System.
Application NoticeYou can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or a hardcopy application. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska “ How to Apply " page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Cover LetterA cover letter is required for this position. The letter should explain how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position
and
highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description above. Your cover letter will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.
Driver’s License RequirementApplicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
EEO StatementThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The primary responsibilities for this position include representing the State of Alaska and leading daily operations within the Alaska Interagency Coordination Center for both State and Federal employees within the geographical area. The position co-manages the interagency geographic area intelligence and logistics coordination with Federal counterparts (BLM and USFS Coordinators) and has full management responsibility for Federal and State employees on a daily shift and oversees the resource ordering process in support of wildland fires or natural disasters.
This position has statewide authority and provides initial attack support for fire suppression in state protection areas. It also serves as the primary contact with the Alaska Interagency Coordination Center for resource mobilization on a statewide, national, and international level.
Who We Are Looking ForThe successful candidate for this position will possess some or all of the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. Each of these traits must be documented in your cover letter and applicant profile to advance to the interview phase.
Experience and background as a dispatch supervisorPlanning and budget managementExperience at dispatch centers, AICC and NICCDeveloping operations plansPractical knowledge of a multiagency coordination groupKnowledge of administrative functions, including employee management, procurement regulations, and supervisory methods.Four years of experience in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related fieldAndCertification from the NWCG in any
three
of the following:Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher (EDSD)Expanded Dispatch Supervisory Dispatcher (EDSP)Initial Attack Dispatcher (IADP)Aircraft Dispatcher (ACDP)
Substitution:Four years in any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience). There is no substitute for the required certifications.
Special Note:
?Wildland Fire Dispatch Coordinators must receive red card training and certification under the National Incident Qualification System.
Application NoticeYou can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or a hardcopy application. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska “ How to Apply " page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Cover LetterA cover letter is required for this position. The letter should explain how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position
and
highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description above. Your cover letter will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.
Driver’s License RequirementApplicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
EEO StatementThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr