24/7 Fire Dispatcher - Critical Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Paducah, KY seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires strong data entry, computer literacy, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch positions may require overnight shifts, weekend coverage, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers offer entry-level instruction.
• Experience with computer systems and data entry is preferred.
• Familiarity with radio communication procedures is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information for responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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

Computer literacy

Accurate data entry

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Paducah, KY seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires strong data entry, computer literacy, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch positions may require overnight shifts, weekend coverage, and overtime during major incidents.