24/7 Fire Communications Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Copper Center (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Copper Center, AK seeks Fire Dispatcher to support fire services during emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires strong organizational skills, precise data handling, and adherence to established response plans from authorized personnel. Shifts may include overnights and on-call coverage during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some postings seek certified dispatchers.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT/incident-management coursework may be required for specific postings.
• Experience with computer systems and accurate data entry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant updates.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Accurate data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Incident-management coursework

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Copper Center, AK seeks Fire Dispatcher to support fire services during emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires strong organizational skills, precise data handling, and adherence to established response plans from authorized personnel. Shifts may include overnights and on-call coverage during major incidents.