Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Benefits
Participation in state group insurance
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan
flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is a key agency committed to providing essential services and resources that promote agricultural growth, environmental stewardship, and consumer protection within the state of Florida. Among its various divisions, the Florida Forest Service plays a critical role in managing and safeguarding the state's vast forested areas and natural resources. This agency operates with a mission to protect Florida’s forests from fires and other natural hazards, ensuring both ecological sustainability and public safety. As a dynamic organization, FDACS prioritizes emergency preparedness and rapid response, particularly in wildfire management and firefighting efforts. This... Show More
Job Requirements
- A high school diploma or its equivalent
- One year of experience in radio-teletype operations, sworn law enforcement, dispatching, forestry, firefighting or other public contact work
- College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours for the required experience
- Requires a valid class E driver license
- Occasional travel for training required
- Ability to respond to emergencies, including natural disasters
- Successful background screening including fingerprinting
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of experience in radio-teletype operations, law enforcement, dispatching, forestry, firefighting, or public contact work
- Valid class E driver license
- Ability to operate radios, telephones, and computers
- Knowledge of geographic information systems and mapping software
- Strong communication and decision-making skills
- Ability to work varied shifts and respond to emergencies
Job Duties
- Dispatch crews to wildfires, smoke complaints and other incidents
- Receive and transmit information via radio and telephone for emergency response
- Approve or deny burn authorizations and maintain related records
- Conduct on-site inspections, compliance checks, and assist landowners
- Maintain electronic and paper files and prepare reports
- Relay daily fire weather forecasts and unusual weather activity
- Coordinate with agencies and keep supervisors informed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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