Wildland Fire Supervisor - Dispatch Center

Initial Posting Date:
12/11/2023
Application Deadline:
12/22/2023
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
$4,918 - $7,244
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Wildland Fire Supervisor - Dispatch Center
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!
Our Mission - To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon's forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, competitive benefits packages and so much more. Great Benefits Package - watch this video here
You'll be part of the ODF team that serves our fellow Oregonians relying on regulation and protection of both public and private forest land in our great state of Oregon! Click here.
What we are looking for:
ODF is looking for someone to administer and supervise the fire Dispatch Center for the Grants Pass Unit. This position develops and establishes dispatch plans and procedures for the Unit in cooperation with neighboring Dispatch Centers. Implements and oversees adherence to Agency procedures and policies regarding forest fire dispatch protocols statewide and nationally. Coordinates suppression efforts with cooperators, partners, and landowners. Helps coordinate the smoke management program, and assist with fire prevention activities for the Unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
Five (5) years of Wildland Fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one (1) year of leading/supervising the work of others;
OR
Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and two (2) year of Wildland Fire suppression or emergency dispatching which includes one (1) year of leading/supervising the work of others.
Note: Driver's License Check - This position requires the operation of a state vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. If your license is from outside Oregon, you must submit at least a three-year court/DMV printout. If you have an Oregon driver's license, a record check will be conducted on top candidate to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.
Desired Skills:
If you have these skills and attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience, and education to help us decide who will move forward.

• Specific computer skills relating to use of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing applications.
• Good telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must be proficient in both written and oral communications.
• Ability to multi task with outside agencies to include, phone, resources, assets, people skills, ability to decipher requests in a timely manner.
• Experience leading a team of 5-6 employees in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.

To Apply:

• Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date.
• Current State of Oregon employees - You must apply through your employee Workday account.
• Cover letter and resume are both required - Failure to submit the required cover letter or resume may remove your application from consideration. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

Additional Details:

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is management service and is not represented by a Union.
• If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Brandon Kerns, brandon.j.kerns@odf.oregon.gov
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• Veterans - If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. After you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.
• If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact: Chris.l.fisher@odf.oregon.gov.

ODF seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity and values of Oregonians and provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. ODF promotes and supports the value of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA), and diversity.