Fire Communications Dispatcher - Coordinate Critical Incidents

County Emergency Communications; Carencro (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Carencro, LA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires precise data handling, calm radio discipline, and adherence to established procedures. On-call shifts, nights, weekends, and overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction or training.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for certain 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Carencro, LA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires precise data handling, calm radio discipline, and adherence to established procedures. On-call shifts, nights, weekends, and overtime may apply.