Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Real-Time Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Clewiston (FL); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Clewiston, FL is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, relay critical incident details, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working under the direction of authorized personnel. Training and certification requirements may vary by agency and assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Radio communication

Organizational skills

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Clewiston, FL is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, relay critical incident details, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working under the direction of authorized personnel. Training and certification requirements may vary by agency and assignment.