Fire Logistics Dispatcher

Processes resource order requests for personnel, equipment, supplies, and/or aircraft for all types of incidents. Provides assistance on problems encountered by
lower level dispatch personnel.
Coordinates with other dispatch organizations on mobilization, reassignment, and demobilization of resources.
Determines the status of available resources and ensures this information is made available in a timely manner.
Performs intelligence duties (e.g., resource availability status, management briefings, incident statistics, historical fire and weather analysis, indices charts, mobilization response data, and situation reporting and ICS-209 completion).
Operates and/or directs the operation of various dispatch telecommunications systems.
Inputs data into a number of fire-related computer applications (e.g., incident qualification records, fire reporting systems, and automated dispatch systems).
Monitors and ensures completion of daily, weekly, monthly, and year-end required records, reports, and summaries.
Consolidates and inputs fire weather data into weather application software and reviews for completeness. Transmits resultant probabilities and forecasts to field personnel and fire management staff.
Reviews internal operating procedures and systems, implements improvements, and develops operating plans and mobilization guides.
Provides technical guidance, orientation, and training to other dispatchers.