Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Incident Response

911 Emergency Communications; Burdine (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Burdine, KY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and maintain constant radio contact with responding units.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, map usage, and clear communication. Applicants should be prepared for all-hour shifts, overtime, and evolving incident demands.

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.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Clear communication

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Burdine, KY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and maintain constant radio contact with responding units.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, map usage, and clear communication. Applicants should be prepared for all-hour shifts, overtime, and evolving incident demands.