Fire Dispatch & Communications Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Burgin (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Burgin Fire Department in Burgin, KY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. Ideal candidates will handle incident information, alert resources, and stay aligned with established response plans under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and monitoring radio channels. Background in fire/disptach operations or related training is beneficial, with ongoing training and certifications possible

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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.

Job description

Burgin Fire Department in Burgin, KY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. Ideal candidates will handle incident information, alert resources, and stay aligned with established response plans under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and monitoring radio channels. Background in fire/disptach operations or related training is beneficial, with ongoing training and certifications possible