Fire Logistics Dispatcher
A Fire Logistics Dispatcher (GS-03) provides a wide range of fire dispatch support functions. Works closely with supervisor to input resource orders. A Fire Logistics Dispatcher (GS-04) provides a wide range of fire dispatch support functions. Receives fire location information and notifies supervisor. Processes resource orders, informs supervisor of logistical support activities, inputs data into a number of fire-related computer applications, records and maintains communication logs. A Fire Logistics Dispatcher (GS-05) serves as a dispatcher, receiving, filling, and tracking resource order requests for fire and other emergency incidents. Collects, processes, collates and submits incident information to support intelligence activities. Inputs data into a number of fire-related computer applications. Processes and interprets weather information. Records and maintains communication logs. A Fire Logistics Dispatcher (GS-06) is a dispatcher that serves as a central district coordination point with capability to assemble or obtain suppression resources including helicopters, retardant aircraft, firefighters, and fire overhead personnel. Provides input to be used in fire plans and recommends changes as appropriate. Interprets weather information and gives to management for making decisions. Inputs data into a number of fire-related computer applications. A Fire Logistics Dispatcher (GS-07) performs and directs others in completing and processing resource order requests for personnel, equipment, supplies, and/or aircraft for all types of incidents. Provides assistance on problems encountered by lower level dispatch personnel. Coordinates with other dispatch organizations on mobilization, reassignment, and demobilization of resources. Inputs data into a number of fire-related computer applications. Records and maintains communication logs. Operates and/or directs the operation of various dispatch telecommunications systems. Provides technical guidance, orientation, and training to other dispatchers. In addition to the base salary, you will receive a 2.86% cost of living allowance for Fairbanks, AK. This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and gradual decrease. For contacts and information regarding housing availability visit Fire Contacts on the DOI Fire Jobs website and select the states you are interested in. For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link:
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//www.firejobs.doi.gov/. To qualify for a GS-03, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 6 months of general experience, which can be any work experience; OR - at least one year of education above the high school level (30 semester or 45 quarter credit hours in an accredited business, secretarial, or technical school, junior college, college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school); OR - an equivalent combination of education and experience specified above. To qualify for a GS-04, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 1 year of general work experience, which can be any work experience; OR - 2 years of education above the high school level (60 semester or 90 quarter hours in an accredited business, secretarial, technical school, junior college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 72 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school); OR - a combination of the education and experience described above. To qualify for a GS-05, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-04 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience include working with dispatch and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included experience such as determining priorities, and selecting alternative resources while performing dispatch operations duties independently. OR - successful completion of a 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in any field. OR -a combination of the education and experience as described above. To qualify for a GS-06, you must have at least 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-05 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience include working with dispatch and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included processing resource orders, coordinating with other dispatch organizations on mobilization and determining the status of available resources. To qualify for a GS-07, you must have at least 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-06 level duties. Examples include lead dispatch experience and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included experience in directing and assisting other dispatchers. For more information regarding basic qualifications and combining education and experience click here. All locations may not be hiring for all grades; check with each location. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
https:
//www.firejobs.doi.gov/. To qualify for a GS-03, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 6 months of general experience, which can be any work experience; OR - at least one year of education above the high school level (30 semester or 45 quarter credit hours in an accredited business, secretarial, or technical school, junior college, college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school); OR - an equivalent combination of education and experience specified above. To qualify for a GS-04, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 1 year of general work experience, which can be any work experience; OR - 2 years of education above the high school level (60 semester or 90 quarter hours in an accredited business, secretarial, technical school, junior college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 72 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school); OR - a combination of the education and experience described above. To qualify for a GS-05, you must meet at least one of the following:
- 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-04 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience include working with dispatch and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included experience such as determining priorities, and selecting alternative resources while performing dispatch operations duties independently. OR - successful completion of a 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in any field. OR -a combination of the education and experience as described above. To qualify for a GS-06, you must have at least 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-05 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience include working with dispatch and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included processing resource orders, coordinating with other dispatch organizations on mobilization and determining the status of available resources. To qualify for a GS-07, you must have at least 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-06 level duties. Examples include lead dispatch experience and dispatch office functions related to wildland fire suppression activities. Work should have included experience in directing and assisting other dispatchers. For more information regarding basic qualifications and combining education and experience click here. All locations may not be hiring for all grades; check with each location. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
- Department:
2151 Dispatching - Salary Range:
$13.32 to $23.18 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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