24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Critical Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services

Dawson Springs (KY)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Dawson Springs, KY, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; some employers require fire dispatch training or related coursework. Experience with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication is expected, with opportunities for

Qualifications

High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
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.