24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Master Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Kettleman City (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to join our Kettleman City team. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communications during incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatcher training or emergency communications coursework may be required for certain assignments. Indoor work at dedicated communications workstations with station coverage during shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training 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 or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to join our Kettleman City team. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communications during incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatcher training or emergency communications coursework may be required for certain assignments. Indoor work at dedicated communications workstations with station coverage during shifts.