24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Response

County Emergency Communications; Beech Grove (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Beech Grove, AR is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.

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 Beech Grove, AR is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.