Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Operations

County Emergency Communications; Texas; Presencial; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support

Professional development

OT premiums

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Star, TX is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire responses, relay critical details, and maintain situational awareness at dispatch workstations. Strong data handling and radio communication are essential as shifts may include overnight and weekend coverage.

The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, and coordinating with stations and responders to ensure rapid, safe operations during emergencies.

Formación

• Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and accurate data entry.
• Familiarity with maps and radio communication is desirable.
• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.

Responsabilidades

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks and relay information to responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response plans.
• 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.

Conocimientos

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Star, TX is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire responses, relay critical details, and maintain situational awareness at dispatch workstations. Strong data handling and radio communication are essential as shifts may include overnight and weekend coverage.

The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, and coordinating with stations and responders to ensure rapid, safe operations during emergencies.