Wildland Fire Dispatcher – Seasonal – Forest Grove Job at Forestry Department
Initial Posting Date:
01/04/2023
Application Deadline:
07/31/2023
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
3,037.00 - 4,456.00
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Wildland Fire Dispatcher – Seasonal – Forest Grove
Job Description:
Wildland Fire Dispatcher – Seasonal – Forest Grove
Successful candidates will receive a 10% pay differential. This differential will remain in effect pending completion of bargaining of a class review of Wildland Fire Dispatchers
First pull for interviews will be February 2023 - Approximate work duration: June – September.
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ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions
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.
Wildland Fire Dispatcher
$3037.00 – $4456.00, Monthly plus benefits
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To Qualify: Two (2) years of public contact experience, which included gathering, relaying, and providing information to others and evaluating activities or incidents and determining an appropriate course of action. One (1) year of this experience must have included using radio equipment, telephone and/or computer in emergency type environment.
Note: Two seasons (six months) of wildland fire dispatching will substitute for the one year of experience that included using radio equipment, telephone and/or a computer in an emergency-type environment.
Underfill option - no experience necessary
$2825.00 - $3700.00, Monthly plus benefits
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To Qualify: Applicants must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Note: The goal of this recruitment is to fill positions at the Wildland Fire Dispatcher (WFD) level, however, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Underfill option to apply. If we are unable to fill the WFD positions, we will consider an underfill until the selected candidate meets WFD minimum qualifications.
Great Benefits -
competitive benefits package
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Your New Role – Here are some of the general responsibilities for this position.
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Communicate with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
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Transmit, broadcast, control, and operate telecommunications systems
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Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
What we are looking for
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Experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.
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Ability to accurately enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form in a timely manner with attention to detail.
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Ability to make basic decisions in a high stress office environment and the ability to recognize when to seek guidance from supervisors.
How to apply:
Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and include a current copy of your resume.
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Click onOregon Forestry Job Opportunities
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State of Oregon employees – Please apply through your employeeWorkdayaccount.
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Use Search tool to filter for desired location.
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If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter, Laura Peterson at:laura.r.peterson@odf.oregon.gov
Additional Details:
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If you have questions about these positions, please contact Hiring Manager: Kevin Geary, 503.359.7459,kevin.j.geary@odf.oregon.gov
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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.
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Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:Veterans Resources.
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This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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Oregon Department of Forestry
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Explore a new career with ODF – where our people are our greatest resource! The Oregon Department of Forestry is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity.
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