Working Title: Aircraft Timekeeper

　　Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Support Dispatcher

　　Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/17/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/06/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

　　Division/Unit : Forestry

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies

　　Days of Work : Varies

　　Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time

　　Salary Range: $17.46 - $22.26 / hourly; $36,456 - $46,478 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service / American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

　　Work Area : Hibbing Airtanker Base

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : No

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　This position performs fire response administrative and dispatch work for the Department of Natural Resources.

　　This is a full time, split season position with anticipated season dates of February 26 through June 15 and September 1 through November 15. Seasons are subject to change based on weather conditions. Hours of work may vary and include weekends, evenings, and holidays. Infrequent travel is required.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Dispatch aviation resources to fires as requested by MNCC Dispatch or Area using two-way radios, computers, or telephones.

　　Access and distribute weather forecasts and fire danger indices by using computers.

　　Dispatch and track supplies, equipment, and personnel by processing resource orders for supplies, equipment, and personnel.

　　Conduct pre-fire season and post-fire season inventories of airtanker base materials and equipment.

　　Implement administrative processes so that resources are available by updating daily dispatch plans; recording daily fire detection and suppression operations; and processing fire reports.

　　Update and maintain fire suppression business information so that accurate data are available for future reference by recording airtanker and helicopter requests and updating fire operation plans.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Knowledge of computer systems and software programs sufficient to support daily fire response operations and access and distribute fire and weather data.

　　Communication skills sufficient to ensure accurate and effective transmission of information through internal and interagency communications for routine and crisis situations.

　　Ability to assist in implementing wildfire operations so that dispatch of resources can be facilitated in an efficient and safe manner.

　　Ability to read maps sufficient to locate legal descriptions by section, township, range, and latitude and longitude so that fires can be located, and dispatch processes are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

　　Skill in using computer systems/programs (word processing, calculators) sufficient to process information in a timely and accurate manner.

　　Writing skills sufficient to write incident reports, maintain log records accurate and consistently.

　　Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team.

　　Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations, and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation.

　　Ability to become certified as an Aircraft Timekeeper (ATM) and Expanded Dispatch Recorder (EDRC) as defined by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Qualified as an Aircraft Timekeeper (ATM)

　　Skill in operating a 2-way radio system sufficient to communicate effectively in the dispatch operations.

　　Knowledge of various equipment types as prescribed by the MN Incident Command System (MNICS) definition so that their dispatch and tracking is accomplished in an effective manner.

　　Knowledge of aerial fire suppression equipment operation sufficient to dispatch and track in an effective manner.

　　Knowledge of Division of Forestry Wildfire Aviation Program policies, procedures, and guidelines.

　　Knowledge of state and local fire laws and regulations sufficient to document violations.

　　Ability to understand and use information contained in Fire Plans sufficient to prepare for wildfires.

　　Ability to recognize reportable events sufficient to meet Forestry fire reporting requirements.

　　Additional Requirements

　　This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License with a clear driving record.

　　Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

　　In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

　　It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

　　Employment Reference Check

　　SEMA4 Records Check

　　Criminal History Check

　　Education/License Verification

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.