Critical Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Paris (IL); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Résumé du poste

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Paris, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication. The role requires meticulous information handling and staying aligned with established plans during incidents.

Dispatchers will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate resources across shifts, including nights and overtime as needed. Training and certifications may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• 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

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Paris, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication. The role requires meticulous information handling and staying aligned with established plans during incidents.

Dispatchers will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate resources across shifts, including nights and overtime as needed. Training and certifications may be required.