Fire Dispatcher & Fire Dispatcher Eligibility List
Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

The City of Campbell River is recruiting for a permanent, full-time Fire Dispatcher and creating an eligibility list for future opportunities.

Reporting to the Assistant Chief – Fire Dispatch & Emergency Program, the Fire Dispatcher is responsible for receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls by telephone, radio, fixed alarm, and 911 communications equipment, dispatching appropriate Fire Resources as outlined in Policies and Operational Guidelines. This position operates in a fast-paced, agile environment requiring rapid decision-making, strong and consistent situational awareness and attention to detail. The Fire Dispatcher monitors radio traffic, supports Incident Command, and coordinates with external agencies to ensure safe and effective emergency response operations.

What we offer:



The starting rate of pay for this IAFF Local 1668 bargaining unit position is $38.20 per hour based on Appendix B of the Collective Agreement and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our ideal candidate will have (proof required):

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

Occupational First Aid Level 1 (St. John Ambulance or equivalent).

Must possess and maintain a valid BC driver’s licence and produce and maintain a clean driver’s abstract, as per City policy.

Clear RCMP Criminal Record & Vulnerability Check

Radio Operators Licence (Marine, Land or Aeronautical will be accepted).

Hearing/Audiometric Test – indicating normal hearing - current (within the past 3 months).

Typing Test – provide a recent proctored, within the last 3 months, showing final adjusted words per minutes of no less than 40.

Posting closing date: October 5, 2026

Posting number: 26-058-2

Final requirements:

As a final step, the successful candidate must provide a copy of a valid Radio Operator’s Certificate (The types of Professional Radio Operator Certificates accepted are;)

Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A)

Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC)

General Operator Certificate (GOC)

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📌 Fire Dispatcher & Fire Dispatcher Eligibility List (British Columbia)
🏢 City of Campbell River
📍 British Columbia