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Job ID #32119: Customer Contact Centre Dispatcher PT PERIODIC POST
City of Hamilton
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- Full-time
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Glen Group
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- $55,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
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Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor
Government of Alberta
Peace River, AB
One-year certificate in a related field such as Emergency Management, Aviation or air traffic control, Emergency Medical Dispatch, Radio Operator or Train Alberta Dispatching plus two (2)…
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Government of Alberta

Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor

Peace River, AB, Canada

Job Information Job Title: Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor Job Requisition ID: 87350 Ministry: Forestry and Parks Location: Peace River Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary 1 year Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: September 17, 2026 Classification: Administration 1 Salary: $2,316.22 to $3,015.06 bi-weekly ($60,453 - $78,693 /year)

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Pay: Job Information Job Title: Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor Job Requisition ID: 87350 Ministry: Forestry and Parks Location: Peace River Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary 1 year Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: September 17, 2026 Classification: Administration 1 Salary: $2,316.22 to $3,015.06 bi-weekly ($60,453 - $78,693 /year)
Listed closing date: Sep 17, 2026
Working hours: 36.25 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

Original job description

Job Information
Job Title: Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor
Job Requisition ID: 87350
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Peace River
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary 1 year
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 17, 2026
Classification: Administration 1
Salary: $2,316.22 to $3,015.06 bi-weekly ($60,453 - $78,693 /year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invest in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.aspx.

Alberta Wildfire inspires public confidence in wildfire and forest management, sustaining operations and preventative practices, and leading collaboration that enables safe and resilient communities. For more information, visit: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-wildfire.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Wildfire Operations Officer, the Wildfire Dispatcher Supervisor is accountable for providing safe and effective emergency call taking and dispatching for wildfire through established guidelines, evaluating and processing emergency and non-emergency calls, responsible for assisting in relaying key decisions and contributing to the wildfire dispatch process and strategies. This will include planning and development of processes and systems as well as the facilitation of working relationships with others internally as well as externally.

As the Wildfire Dispatcher Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

Recruiting, scheduling, training and supervising up to 5 seasonal dispatchers.
Providing training and support for out of area resources and supporting Incident Management Teams working in the Forest Area.
Receiving and reporting 310-Fire calls or smoke detections transmitted on the radio.
Monitoring all aircraft and fire activities to ensure related regulations, policy and procedural guidelines are followed and maintaining an aircraft position log, manifests, daily flight log and daily flight reports.
Multitasking, problem solving, organizing, and managing workplace priorities in changing conditions.
Utilizing and trouble-shooting radio equipment, computer equipment, and other applications.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, any others are an asset.
Utilizing maps, including GPS coordinates, as well as the Alberta Third System of Survey to determine locations of wildfires, detections, permits, aircraft, personnel, site locations.
Processing aircraft requests for all agencies within the department and auditing aircraft flight reports.
Ensuring timely and accurate data entry into FIREs and Dispatch, through regular auditing and live evaluations to ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Business Rule requirements are met.
Developing course material including power points, binders, exams, activities, simulations, and assignments for the Wildfire Dispatch Orientation course and the Wildfire Dispatcher Refresher Workshop.
Support Wildfire Apps Lead and Emergency Services Business Analyst lead with information gathering, meetings, providing feedback and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for future development.

Do not miss this opportunity to become a part of our dedicated team that is committed to fostering positive change and ensuring the safety of our communities and the preservation of our unique natural resources. Apply now to make a meaningful contribution to Peace River Forest Area.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Creative Problem Solving: Anticipates, assess, and readily adapts to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
Drive for Results: Strives to exceed objectives and maximize resources to achieve results aligned with the goals of the department, considerate to both internal and external stakeholders.
Build Collaborative Environments: Takes a collaborative approach with your work to foster open communication and leverage team skills.
Agility: Identifies alternative approaches in uncertain, complex situations, supporting others in determining and assessing strategy.
Systems Thinking: Considers the changing environment, recognizing the work impacting a vast network of stakeholders.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:
One-year certificate in a related field such as Emergency Management, Aviation or air traffic control, Emergency Medical Dispatch, Radio Operator or Train Alberta Dispatching plus two (2) years related experience in wildfire operations and prevention; or equivalent as described.

Equivalency: Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of: one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

Assets:

Preference given to Candidates with 3+ years experience as a Wildfire Dispatcher, ICS 200, and Radio Operator 2 Level Certification.
Must be very well versed in the English language.
Natural Resource, Emergency Management or Forestry Education is preferred.
Supervisory or coaching experience will be considered as an asset.
Experience of Alberta Wildfire specific programs i.e. FIREs, Dispatch, AWARE etc.

Additional requirements:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, PDF, Outlook and Excel is required.
Effective time management skills, including organized, effective time/task management; ensuring critical tasks accomplished within requested time frames; the ability to set priorities and be adaptable to change; the ability to meet stringent deadlines; ability to multi-task.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required along with strong technical and analytical skills.
Excellent production and reporting database knowledge is required.
Be willing to work on wildfire incidents as radio operator.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

This position is a one-year temporary, full-time role, with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday. The incumbent may be requested to work overtime, evening and weekends due to the emergency nature of wildfires.

Travel within the area and throughout the province will be required as part of your responsibilities to coordinate with Ministry staff and colleagues, other government departments, clients, and other external stakeholders.

Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as a part of the interview process.

Application Information:

In your application, please include a cover page detailing your interest, and role related experience.
In your resume, include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
Three (3) work-related references are required for those selected for an interview.

Other items may include:

55th to 57th parallels retention allowance

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

Working for the Alberta Public Service
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
Professional learning and development
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please see Job Application Resources for information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania at Rashi.Vaktania@gov.ab.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Wildfire Dispatch Supervisor manages emergency call taking and dispatching for wildfire operations while supervising seasonal staff. They are responsible for monitoring aircraft activities, maintaining accurate dispatch data, and developing training materials for dispatch personnel.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a one-year certificate in a related field such as Emergency Management or Aviation, plus two years of experience in wildfire operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Skills

Emergency dispatching
Wildfire operations
Staff supervision
Radio communication
Aircraft monitoring
Data entry
Microsoft Office Suite
GPS navigation
Incident management
Training development
Problem solving
Time management
Technical writing
Analytical skills
Interpersonal communication

Benefits

Public Service Pension Plan
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture
Work-life balance

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Hiring contact

Rashi Vaktania

Hiring contact email

Rashi.Vaktania@gov.ab.ca

Keywords

Wildfire Dispatch
Emergency Management
Forestry
Aviation
Radio Operator
FIREs
Dispatch
AWARE
ICS 200
Microsoft Office
GPS
Standard Operating Procedures
User Acceptance Testing
Incident Management
Public Service
Government of Alberta
Administration
Safety
Logistics
Training

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