Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

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

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Blevins, AR seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role involves alerting appropriate resources, monitoring statuses, and relaying critical information to responders.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with training in fire dispatch and emergency communications preferred.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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 assignedRecord dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Blevins, AR seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role involves alerting appropriate resources, monitoring statuses, and relaying critical information to responders.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with training in fire dispatch and emergency communications preferred.