24/7 Fire Dispatcher - Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Addison (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Addison, AL seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from a centralized communications center. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert appropriate units, monitor radio channels, and maintain ongoing incident updates.

A high school diploma or GED is required; fire dispatch training or certification may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers offer entry-level training.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency communication training may be required.
• Strong data entry and radio communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and risks and relay information to responding units.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements during incidents.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when requested.
• Maintain incident details and update documentation as events unfold.
• Remain available for shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification/training

Tools

Computer systems proficiency

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Addison, AL seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from a centralized communications center. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert appropriate units, monitor radio channels, and maintain ongoing incident updates.

A high school diploma or GED is required; fire dispatch training or certification may be required for specific assignments.