24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Stoy (IL); In loco; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

911 Emergency Communications in Stoy, IL seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor radio channels to keep teams informed.

The role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMT-related training and certifications.

Competenze

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Mansioni

• 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

Conoscenze

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Radio equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

911 Emergency Communications in Stoy, IL seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor radio channels to keep teams informed.

The role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMT-related training and certifications.