Fire Communications Dispatcher - Rapid Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Montegut (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Montegut, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring unit status to ensure timely responses.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and data entry, and may require fire dispatch or EMS training.

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.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework 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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Montegut, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring unit status to ensure timely responses.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and data entry, and may require fire dispatch or EMS training.