Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Response

County Emergency Communications; Odenville (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Odenville, AL, is offering Fire Dispatcher opportunities. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communications for fire services.

The position requires the ability to handle organized information, operate computer systems, and follow established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Skills

Computer systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Odenville, AL, is offering Fire Dispatcher opportunities. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining radio communications for fire services.

The position requires the ability to handle organized information, operate computer systems, and follow established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.