Around-the-Clock Fire Communications Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Humboldt (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Humboldt, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to manage dispatch operations for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and coordinating with stations and units using approved response procedures.

The role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 and significant incident updates.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Humboldt, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to manage dispatch operations for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and coordinating with stations and units using approved response procedures.

The role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for specific assignments.