Elite Fire Dispatcher: Rapid Incident Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Town of Monroe (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Monroe, NY, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews from a centralized dispatch position.

The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, adherence to response plans, and clear communication with authorized personnel. Work may involve night shifts and a demanding pace during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training 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 equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Monroe, NY, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews from a centralized dispatch position.

The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, adherence to response plans, and clear communication with authorized personnel. Work may involve night shifts and a demanding pace during major incidents.