Emergency Fire Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Lorman, MS is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction while others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience with fire dispatch is preferred.
• Ability to learn agency-specific systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Radio communication

Incident documentation

Emergency response coordination

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Lorman, MS is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction while others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.