Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Kenai (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime/shift premiums

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kenai, Alaska seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, document incident information, and maintain clear radio communications during emergencies.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and coordinating resources under established procedures. The role may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with comprehensive training provided.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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 recognized equivalency

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kenai, Alaska seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, document incident information, and maintain clear radio communications during emergencies.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and coordinating resources under established procedures. The role may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with comprehensive training provided.