24/7 Fire Communications Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Gilead (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement program

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking fire dispatchers for the Gilead, NE area to coordinate responses, relay critical information, and manage resources during emergencies. The role requires accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring status across units.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency required.
• Experience with computer systems and accurate data entry recommended.
• Familiarity with maps and radio communication is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about 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 incident updates.

Skills

Radio communications

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking fire dispatchers for the Gilead, NE area to coordinate responses, relay critical information, and manage resources during emergencies. The role requires accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring status across units.