Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Shifts

911 Emergency Communications; Cummings (KS); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

911 Emergency Communications in Cummings, KS administers fire dispatch operations to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers must maintain accurate incident details, operate radios, and follow established response plans under supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; additional fire dispatch or EMD training may be required for specialized assignments. Work can include overnight shifts and overtime to meet incident demands.

Formación

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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.

Conocimientos

Clear radio communication

Information processing

Computer systems familiarity

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

911 Emergency Communications in Cummings, KS administers fire dispatch operations to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers must maintain accurate incident details, operate radios, and follow established response plans under supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; additional fire dispatch or EMD training may be required for specialized assignments. Work can include overnight shifts and overtime to meet incident demands.