Emergency Fire Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Stockton, AL is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to support coordinated responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews from a work station.

Roles require precise data entry, familiarity with maps and radio systems, and adherence to established response plans. Training in fire dispatch and EMS dispatch may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for some 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

County Emergency Communications in Stockton, AL is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to support coordinated responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews from a work station.

Roles require precise data entry, familiarity with maps and radio systems, and adherence to established response plans. Training in fire dispatch and EMS dispatch may be required for specific assignments.