Fire Communications Specialist (24/7 Shifts)

County Emergency Communications; Pine Grove (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime pay

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Pine Grove, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling and precise radio communication. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, and may require fire dispatch training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be preferred.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and radio communications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Data entry

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Pine Grove, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling and precise radio communication. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, and may require fire dispatch training