Critical Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Krotz Springs (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers for operations in Krotz Springs, LA. The role involves handling incident reports, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with fire units to ensure rapid, organized responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

It requires strong attention to detail, proficient radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatchers may be scheduled for shifts that include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT training may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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 GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers for operations in Krotz Springs, LA. The role involves handling incident reports, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with fire units to ensure rapid, organized responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

It requires strong attention to detail, proficient radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatchers may be scheduled for shifts that include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime to