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Wildland Fire Dispatcher (Detection)
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State of Oregon
This range is provided by State of Oregon. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Initial Posting Date
01/05/2026 Application Deadline
04/30/2026 Agency
Forestry Department Salary Range
$4,602.00 - $6,395.00 Position Type
Employee Position Title
Wildland Fire Dispatcher (Detection) Job Description
Real Jobs. Real Impact. Are you up to the Challenge? Our Mission
– To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians. As a critical part of dispatch, this position focuses on remote camera detection systems. The primary function is to aid in the early detection and notification of incidents. Wildland Fire Dispatchers play a pivotal role in wildland fire programs, and dispatch work is often described as extremely satisfying and fast paced. From taking the first phone report of a new fire to mobilizing crews, engines, and the support of fire suppression, dispatchers are never bored. Tracking aircraft, sending initial attack engines and helicopters to a new fire, tracking fire occurrence data, and providing weather and fire behavior forecasts and outlooks all require top‑notch work from dispatchers. ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Video 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 the great state of Oregon! Watch this video
Wildland Fire Dispatcher (WFD) – Minimum Qualifications 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.
We may consider applicants that do not have 2 years, if not able to fill at the qualified level.
General Duties
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.
Transmit, broadcast, control, and operate telecommunications systems.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Skills We Are Looking For
Experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.
Experience entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form in a timely manner with attention to detail.
Experience making 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.
Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workday account.
Additional Details
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Rick Fletcher, richard.a.fletcher@odf.oregon.gov.
Oregon Department of Forestry 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 - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. 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: corie.t.shelley@odf.oregon.gov.
ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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Wildland Fire Dispatcher (Detection)
role at
State of Oregon
This range is provided by State of Oregon. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Initial Posting Date
01/05/2026 Application Deadline
04/30/2026 Agency
Forestry Department Salary Range
$4,602.00 - $6,395.00 Position Type
Employee Position Title
Wildland Fire Dispatcher (Detection) Job Description
Real Jobs. Real Impact. Are you up to the Challenge? Our Mission
– To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians. As a critical part of dispatch, this position focuses on remote camera detection systems. The primary function is to aid in the early detection and notification of incidents. Wildland Fire Dispatchers play a pivotal role in wildland fire programs, and dispatch work is often described as extremely satisfying and fast paced. From taking the first phone report of a new fire to mobilizing crews, engines, and the support of fire suppression, dispatchers are never bored. Tracking aircraft, sending initial attack engines and helicopters to a new fire, tracking fire occurrence data, and providing weather and fire behavior forecasts and outlooks all require top‑notch work from dispatchers. ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Video 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 the great state of Oregon! Watch this video
Wildland Fire Dispatcher (WFD) – Minimum Qualifications 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.
We may consider applicants that do not have 2 years, if not able to fill at the qualified level.
General Duties
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.
Transmit, broadcast, control, and operate telecommunications systems.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Skills We Are Looking For
Experience working collaboratively as a member of a team.
Experience entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form in a timely manner with attention to detail.
Experience making 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.
Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workday account.
Additional Details
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Rick Fletcher, richard.a.fletcher@odf.oregon.gov.
Oregon Department of Forestry 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 - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. 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: corie.t.shelley@odf.oregon.gov.
ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Oregon by 2x
#J-18808-Ljbffr