24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Clayton (OK); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Clayton, OK is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and clear radio communication. Staff may work overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.

Formación

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be preferred for advanced postings.
• Experience in emergency communications or public safety is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conocimientos

computer systems

data entry

maps

radio communications

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Clayton, OK is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and clear radio communication. Staff may work overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.