Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Kennedy (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kennedy, AL, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with shift work including nights and weekends.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training.

Qualifications

• 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 or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kennedy, AL, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with shift work including nights and weekends.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training.