Emergency Fire Communications Dispatcher

911 Emergency Communications; Camp Point (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Camp Point, IL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, maps, and radio coordination while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies offer entry-level training.
• Ability to operate computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification may be required for specialized assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Maintain incident details and update records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD/Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Camp Point, IL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, maps, and radio coordination while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.