24/7 Fire Dispatcher – Critical Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Zenia (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Zenia, CA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while supporting operations across all shifts.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio protocols. Some postings may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training; working hours can include nights,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry training.
• Fire dispatch certification and EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.
• Proficiency with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication is essential.

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 communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch training/certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Tools

Dispatch software

Maps

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Zenia, CA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while supporting operations across all shifts.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio protocols. Some postings may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training; working hours can include nights,