We hear you: Why our Dispatchers Matter

Wildland Fire Dispatchers are highly trained, experienced fire personnel who serve a vital function in wildland fire operations.

Learn why the exclusion of Dispatchers, Equipment Operators, and others from a new Wildland Firefighter Job series could lead to negative impacts on wildland fire operations and safety.

Dispatch Survey Results- Verble et al- 2022-2023 Surveys of Wildland Fire Dispatcher Environmental Health: Preliminary Results

This survey will close on March 1st, 2023.  If you are a current or former US federal wildland fire dispatcher and would like to participate, Click here

Dispatch Overview- Comments/Suggestions on why the wildland fire dispatcher should be included in the wildland firefighter series, written collectively by a Center Manager, Assistant Center Manager, and Initial Attack Dispatcher.

Unintended Outcomes of the 0456 Series- GRWFF highlights Critical Issues/Unintended Outcomes Regarding New Wildland Firefighter Classification- What could happen if our dispatchers or other positions are not included?

More surveys and results- Includes the Figgins Dispatcher Report, 2022 Wildland Firefighter Environmental Health Report, and more!