Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Princeton (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses in Princeton, LA. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting details, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and maps, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Training and certification may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for particular assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is beneficial.

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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Resilience under stress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses in Princeton, LA. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting details, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and maps, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Training and certification may be required for specific assignments.