WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER - 42002698
State of Florida, Orlando, FL, United States
Overview
Requisition No: 874530
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER - 42002698
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42002698
Salary: $42,174.60 - $49,440.30
Posting Closing Date: 04/29/2026
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WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER
(CLASS TITLE: DUTY OFFICER)
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE
Open Competitive Opportunity
Responsibilities
Dispatch Crews to Wildfires, Smoke Complaints and other Incidents
– Operates a computer, radio and telephone to transmit, receive and store information used to dispatch fire crews, supervisory personnel, aircraft and law enforcement personnel. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of personnel and equipment status. Trigger 209s as needed and enter information. Coordinate with other state, federal and local agencies and area cooperators. Inform supervisors and center leadership of wildfire status. Use maps and software (FMIS, ArcGIS, Spider Tracks, Mapquest, etc.) to provide incident locations. Maintain knowledge of local terrain and landmarks.
Burn Authorizations, On-Site Inspections, Compliance Checks, and Landowner Assistance
– Transmit/receive information to approve or deny burn authorizations across five counties. Update maps with new authorizations. Maintain landowner and burner contact information. Advise landowners of burning laws and weather. Communicate with Forest Rangers and supervision to conduct on-site inspections and compliance checks. Track landowner assistance.
Administrative Functions
– Maintain paper and electronic files, records and reports. Use computer programs, copiers, scanners and fax machines to perform duties. Respond to electronic mail, prepare reports, and assist supervision. Reconcile vehicle logs. Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Active Communications Center Member
– Handle incoming calls and relay information to supervisors, crews, agencies and the public. Maintain current contact information for fire departments and partners.
Fire Weather Forecasts
– Gather and relay daily fire weather information and predictions to crews and landowners. Act as a weather observer and report unusual weather activity.
Other
– Perform related work as assigned and complete all training requirements for the position within the designated period.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or its equivalent and one (1) year of experience in radio-teletype operations, sworn law enforcement, dispatching, forestry, firefighting or other public contact work.
College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours for the required experience.
Note: All positions within this class require possession of a valid driver license.
To be considered : All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile). Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications. Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
Additional Information
Occasional to moderate travel required. Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other incidents requiring travel.
The incumbent must live within 30 miles of the headquarters (8431 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida) throughout employment in this position.
Work shift on a rotating basis. On-call duties may apply.
Benefits
Uniform Allowance
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year
State Group Insurance options (health, life, dental, vision, etc.)
Retirement plan options with employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. For an estimate of the total compensation package, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
Special Notes
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with applicable law.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Eligible candidates will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are as specified by law and administrative code.
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Requisition No: 874530
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER - 42002698
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42002698
Salary: $42,174.60 - $49,440.30
Posting Closing Date: 04/29/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER
(CLASS TITLE: DUTY OFFICER)
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE
Open Competitive Opportunity
Responsibilities
Dispatch Crews to Wildfires, Smoke Complaints and other Incidents
– Operates a computer, radio and telephone to transmit, receive and store information used to dispatch fire crews, supervisory personnel, aircraft and law enforcement personnel. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of personnel and equipment status. Trigger 209s as needed and enter information. Coordinate with other state, federal and local agencies and area cooperators. Inform supervisors and center leadership of wildfire status. Use maps and software (FMIS, ArcGIS, Spider Tracks, Mapquest, etc.) to provide incident locations. Maintain knowledge of local terrain and landmarks.
Burn Authorizations, On-Site Inspections, Compliance Checks, and Landowner Assistance
– Transmit/receive information to approve or deny burn authorizations across five counties. Update maps with new authorizations. Maintain landowner and burner contact information. Advise landowners of burning laws and weather. Communicate with Forest Rangers and supervision to conduct on-site inspections and compliance checks. Track landowner assistance.
Administrative Functions
– Maintain paper and electronic files, records and reports. Use computer programs, copiers, scanners and fax machines to perform duties. Respond to electronic mail, prepare reports, and assist supervision. Reconcile vehicle logs. Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Active Communications Center Member
– Handle incoming calls and relay information to supervisors, crews, agencies and the public. Maintain current contact information for fire departments and partners.
Fire Weather Forecasts
– Gather and relay daily fire weather information and predictions to crews and landowners. Act as a weather observer and report unusual weather activity.
Other
– Perform related work as assigned and complete all training requirements for the position within the designated period.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or its equivalent and one (1) year of experience in radio-teletype operations, sworn law enforcement, dispatching, forestry, firefighting or other public contact work.
College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours for the required experience.
Note: All positions within this class require possession of a valid driver license.
To be considered : All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile). Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications. Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
Additional Information
Occasional to moderate travel required. Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other incidents requiring travel.
The incumbent must live within 30 miles of the headquarters (8431 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida) throughout employment in this position.
Work shift on a rotating basis. On-call duties may apply.
Benefits
Uniform Allowance
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year
State Group Insurance options (health, life, dental, vision, etc.)
Retirement plan options with employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. For an estimate of the total compensation package, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
Special Notes
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with applicable law.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Eligible candidates will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are as specified by law and administrative code.
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