Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers in Gilbert, AR. Responsibilities include receiving and documenting fire and hazard reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating resources.

Strong radio communication and data entry skills are essential. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch training or EMS incident-management coursework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Experience in emergency communications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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 and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Stress management

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio systems

Data entry

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers in Gilbert, AR. Responsibilities include receiving and documenting fire and hazard reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating resources.

Strong radio communication and data entry skills are essential. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch training or EMS incident-management coursework.