24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Compton, CA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication with responding units. This role requires meticulous information handling and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or EMS coursework. Shifts can include nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage for emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for some 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.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Compton, CA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication with responding units. This role requires meticulous information handling and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or EMS coursework. Shifts can include nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage for emergencies.