Elite Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Colchester (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Colchester, IL, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, often working extended or overnight shifts.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; specialized dispatch or EMS training may be needed for certain roles. Strong data entry and radio skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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 GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Colchester, IL, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, often working extended or overnight shifts.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; specialized dispatch or EMS training may be needed for certain roles. Strong data entry and radio skills are essential.