Around-the-Clock Fire Dispatcher

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

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Winn, Maine is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, strong organization, and calm communication under pressure. Applicants should be comfortable using computer systems, maps, and radio communications, and may need fire dispatch training or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; fire dispatch training may be required for some roles.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Winn, Maine is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, strong organization, and calm communication under pressure. Applicants should be comfortable using computer systems, maps, and radio communications, and may need fire dispatch training or