Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Life-Saving Coordination & Shifts

County Emergency Communications; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Oxnard, CA seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

A high school diploma is commonly required; some roles may require fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training. Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, with shifts including overnight, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, 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

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Oxnard, CA seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

A high school diploma is commonly required; some roles may require fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training. Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, with shifts including overnight, weekends, and overtime.