Texas A&M Forest Service
TFSDispatcher
“TFS Dispatcher at Texas A&M Forest Service. Dispatch agency and inter-agency resources for response. Disseminate daily intelligence reports”
Industry & Context.
Occasional overnight travel to meetings or training may be necessary, When on-call or when determined by supervisor, carry cell phone after hours, Able to report to dispatch center within 30 minutes after being requested, Must be able to adjust to a quick pace in emergency response, May have to adjust to extended hours with short notice, Work up to 16 hour shifts during peak fire season, Hours exceeding a 40 hr. Monday-Friday work week, All positions are security-sensitive, Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Valid Texas Drivers license or ability to acquire one within 30 days, PC-based programs and software, Good oral and written communication, Multi-task and work cooperatively with others
Nice to Have
Formal education in emergency response dispatch or other communication field, Experience in wildland firefighting or emergency response dispatch, Familiarity with state radio/dispatch protocol, PC usage in reporting and tracking of emergency response incidents, NWCG RADO and Dispatch recorder
What You'll Do.
Dispatch agency and inter-agency resources for response
Disseminate daily intelligence reports
Maintain good communications with TICC
Coordinate and review processing of FAMIS transactions
Manage and account for assigned TFS credit card(s)
Serve as a collection point for assigned branches for task books
Support the local cache specialist
Dispatch assigned resources and serve as communication link
Maintain current and accurate records of resource availability
Dispatch and monitor resources to wildfires
Maintain situational awareness of resources and conditions
Coordinate regarding resource availability
Monitor weather for changes & communicate regularly
Maintain all dispatch records and logs
Provide feedback on dispatch systems and procedures
Ensure timely and accurate completion of fire reports
Assist with implementation of new systems and technology
Serve as a collection point for assigned branches for NWCG task books
Manage and account for TFS vehicle log books
Manage and account for daily activity time reports
Manage and account for assigned TFS equipment
Participates in necessary or recommended training
Assist with agency training efforts
Provide support for other programs as required
Other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Good oral and written communication
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