Fire Communications Dispatcher - Emergency Response Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Lafayette (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Paid leave

Retirement programs

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lafayette, Oregon seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies and maintain clear incident records. The role involves receiving calls, confirming details, and directing resources across fire services.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; certifications may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Comfort with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communication may be required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS coursework may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus per approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lafayette, Oregon seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies and maintain clear incident records. The role involves receiving calls, confirming details, and directing resources across fire services.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; certifications may be required for certain assignments.