Office Specialist/Relief Dispatcher

Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) is currently accepting applications for an Office Specialist/Relief Dispatcher position at their Coos Bay Headquarters.

DUTIES: Office Specialist/Relief Dispatcher duties include but are not limited to:

Various general office duties in support of others within the district/unit as assigned. Providing information via in-person, telephone, two-way radio and electronic methods, directing calls and taking and transmitting messages. Handling and sorting mail, creation, copying and distribution of materials using established protocols. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access and using the Internet and Email is required. You must be proficient in document filing, typing, word processing and data entry of time sensitive documents, as well as have legible handwriting.

This position supports and serves as a relief/additional dispatcher during situations that may arise. Strong communication, office and customer service skills for dealing with general public, local, state and federal agencies, fire departments, 911 centers and personnel, and then initiating the appropriate action depending on the situation may be required. Documentation and relaying of information via two-way radio and/or telephone to tone out resources using a pre-planned fire response system for responding to incidents. Documentation and tracking of resources including aircraft, firefighters and various other resources in both day-to-day and incident situations using various programs and software may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The pace and priority of duties of work are typically set by the situation and this position may be utilized for support of various personnel and departments throughout the district during emergency situations to aid in a variety of ways for response to forest fire emergencies. Various shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours with short notice are required. Assignments to emergency incidents, work sessions or meetings may require being away from the assigned duty station for extended periods of time with occasional travel throughout the state of Oregon. This position may require driving a CFPA vehicle and driving on narrow, steep forest roads may be required. Strong multi-tasking abilities are required for this position.

For more information regarding this position, please see the attached position announcement. All applicants will be screened based upon qualifications and relevant experience. Only the most qualified applicants will be scheduled for interviews. All applicants will be placed in a talent bank for future consideration. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview for the position.