Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops

911 Emergency Communications; Ina (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Ina, IL seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain continuous radio communication.

This role requires organized information handling, data entry accuracy, and the ability to work with maps and computer systems. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments; shifts may include nights,

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.

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 accuracy

Maps reading

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Ina, IL seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain continuous radio communication.

This role requires organized information handling, data entry accuracy, and the ability to work with maps and computer systems. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments; shifts may include nights,