Boise Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Boise (ID); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Fire dispatchers in Boise coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies, receiving incident information and alerting resources while keeping crews informed.

This role requires organized data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established response plans and directions from supervisors. It may involve overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Fire dispatchers in Boise coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies, receiving incident information and alerting resources while keeping crews informed.

This role requires organized data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established response plans and directions from supervisors. It may involve overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents.