Responsibilities:

• Coordinating, leading, and dispatching multi-agency rotor wing and fixed wing aircraft for initial attack.
• Assessment and decision-making with regard to aircraft utilization on emerging and ongoing incidents.
• Utilizing Automatic Flight Following (AFF), IROC, and WildCAD for aviation resource tracking and communication.
• Monitors the need for Temporary Flight Restrictions.
• Work, communicate, and coordinate with neighboring dispatch centers, as well as agency SEAT, helicopter, smokejumper, rappel, short-haul, and tanker bases.
• Coordinate interagency aviation communications and preparedness.
• Represent CWICC at various interagency aviation briefings, preparedness meetings, workshops, and after-action reviews.
• Track costs for all CWICC-controlled aircraft.
• Ensure correct implementation of DNR and federal aviation agreements, including Exclusive Use and Call When Needed resources.
• Develop aircraft cost reports.
• Supervise 2-4 seasonal Aircraft and/or Initial Attack dispatchers.

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.

• (2) two years of professional experience in the natural resource field, dispatching, communications, or business administration, or related field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Incident Command System experience.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) training.
• Experience with research and interpreting complex rules, legal documents, plans, and contracts.
• Knowledge of fire suppression principles/techniques and resource capabilities/limitations.

• Strong Organizational skills.
• 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
    
    

• Position is assigned to the Central Washington Interagency Communications Center (CWICC) in East Wenatchee. Work is performed within a dispatch office environment where frequent interruptions, multi-tasking, and stressful conditions are routine. Dispatch is a high-pressure environment, answering multiple radio/phone calls per day, under noisy conditions for extended periods of time without loss of concentration, sitting for 4 or more hours per day; working overtime on short notice to assist in emergency operations and accepting varying work schedules/shifts; following written and /or oral instructions; to move or relocate objects weighing approximately 30 pounds.
• Throughout the year, occasional travel is required to attend meetings and trainings throughout the region and state.

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of study, communications, or natural resources;
  OR any combination of education and experience.
• Initial Attack Dispatcher experience.
• Aircraft Dispatcher experience.
• Experience in wildland firefighting operations.

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

• Online Application: Apply at www.careers.wa.gov (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 you’re 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.
• 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 info@governmentjobs.com 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.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• 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 http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.