Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Stetson (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Stetson, ME seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

Candidates should be organized, capable of handling data accurately, and able to follow established response plans under supervision. This role may involve overnight and weekend shifts depending on incident demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for certain 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

911 Emergency Communications in Stetson, ME seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

Candidates should be organized, capable of handling data accurately, and able to follow established response plans under supervision. This role may involve overnight and weekend shifts depending on incident demand.