Attack Dispatchers & Logistics Dispatcher, Wildland Fire Dispatcher ; WFD

Initial Attack Dispatchers & Logistics Dispatcher, Wildland Fire Dispatcher 2 (WFD2)

Recruitment #: 2026-2-A479/0042/6803/7781/7787
Full‑time, Career Seasonal, Represented positions (WPEA). Anticipated appointment:
April – October and May – October.

Location:

Northeast Region – Colville, WA.
Salary: $3,477.00 – $4,632.00 Monthly.

We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/18/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking four Initial Attack Dispatchers and one Logistics Dispatcher to join the team at the Northeast Washington Interagency Communications Center (NEWICC) for the upcoming fire season. As an Initial Attack Dispatcher you will track personnel, equipment, and aircraft for fire suppression, provide intel and administrative support, and coordinate with Incident Command. Logistics Dispatchers will create and fill resource orders, manage weather data, and support logistics and intel operations.

• Emergency Fire Dispatch and Phone Communications – facilitate communications between field resources (both DNR and Federal agencies) and the dispatch center; monitor multiple radio frequencies; dispatch resources to incidents; support incident management.
• Fire Reporting – process and complete fire reports with detail and accuracy to support national fire data.
• Administrative Support – answer and direct phone calls; provide accurate information to the public regarding burn restrictions and fire danger ratings; scan and file documents; maintain reference materials.
• Support NEWICC Intelligence & Logistics
  
  Functional Area
  
  s – receive requests for logistical or intel support; use dispatch procedures to send personnel and equipment; create, place, and fill resource orders for equipment, overhead, crews, and supplies using IROC.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience involving public contact or communication (radio communications, switchboard operator, clerical office work).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform duties in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention policies.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Personal Accountability;
  Value Others;
  Compassionate Communication;
  Inspire Others;
  Commitment to Excellence.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• One season of experience as a Wildland Fire Dispatcher 1, other dispatch experience, wildland fire suppression experience, or clerical experience.
• NWCG qualifications as a Radio Operator (RADO), Expanded Dispatch Recorder (EDRC), or Initial Attack Dispatcher Trainee (IADP‑T).

• Apply online eers.wa.gov (click the APPLY button).
• Letter of interest detailing your qualifications for the position.
• Resume outlining experience and qualifications.
• References (optional at submission; finalists will be asked for at least three professional references with current telephone numbers).
• Do not attach documents with photos or private information (Social Security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates moving forward may be contacted via email at  for interview scheduling. Monitor email and junk folders.

Cameron Kenworthy:
Cameron.

Kenworthy.gov
Karli Brooks:
Karli.brooks.gov
Holly Huston: holly.huston.gov (509‑685‑6900)
DNR Recruiting: DNRrecruiting.gov

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal‑opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.