Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Quinton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers for roles at the Quinton, AL area. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating resources while maintaining radio discipline and accurate records.

Positions may involve rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays to cover emergencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with dispatch or EMS training beneficial for certain postings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers for roles at the Quinton, AL area. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating resources while maintaining radio discipline and accurate records.

Positions may involve rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays to cover emergencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with dispatch or EMS training beneficial for certain postings.