Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Simms (MT); In loco; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Retirement programs

Descrizione del lavoro

911 Emergency Communications in Simms, MT seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communications. The role involves documenting incidents, alerting units, and updating statuses across shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be prepared for around-the-clock staffing, including overnights and weekends. Training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required depending on the posting.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies may require fire dispatch training.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain postings.

Mansioni

• 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.

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

911 Emergency Communications in Simms, MT seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communications. The role involves documenting incidents, alerting units, and updating statuses across shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be prepared for around-the-clock staffing, including overnights and weekends. Training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required depending on the posting.