Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Running Springs (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Running Springs, CA, is seeking qualified applicants for fire dispatcher roles. This position involves handling fire and rescue communications, documenting incidents, and coordinating with responding units.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch or EMS training preferred. The job may require shift work including overnights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the agency's needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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.

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Running Springs, CA, is seeking qualified applicants for fire dispatcher roles. This position involves handling fire and rescue communications, documenting incidents, and coordinating with responding units.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch or EMS training preferred. The job may require shift work including overnights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the agency's needs.