Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Incident Response

County Emergency Communications; Bingham (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Maine seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to receive and document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and coordinate resources. This role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication; training and certifications may be required for specialized assignments.

Fire dispatch operations may include night shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and surge coverage during major incidents, with eligibility for insurance

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Maine seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to receive and document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and coordinate resources. This role requires comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication; training and certifications may be required for specialized assignments.

Fire dispatch operations may include night shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and surge coverage during major incidents, with eligibility for insurance