24/7 Fire Dispatch Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Washington, IL is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Responsibilities include receiving incident details, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Typical requirements include a high school diploma or GED; specific agencies may require fire dispatch certification or EMS incident-management coursework.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Washington, IL is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Responsibilities include receiving incident details, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Typical requirements include a high school diploma or GED; specific agencies may require fire dispatch certification or EMS incident-management coursework.