Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Critical Communications & Response

County Emergency Communications; Beechgrove (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Beechgrove, TN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor radio channels. This role demands precise data handling, calm radio communication, and adherence to established incident plans.

Fire dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities include documenting reports of fires and hazards, verifying incident details, coordinating mutual aid, and maintaining incident updates.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT training may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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 GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Beechgrove, TN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor radio channels. This role demands precise data handling, calm radio communication, and adherence to established incident plans.

Fire dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities include documenting reports of fires and hazards, verifying incident details, coordinating mutual aid, and maintaining incident updates.