Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Radio & Ops Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Bassett (AR); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Bassett, AR is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Applicants should meet basic education requirements and may need fire dispatch or EMT

Formación

• 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.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Bassett, AR is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Applicants should meet basic education requirements and may need fire dispatch or EMT