Fire Dispatch & Communications Specialist (24/7)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Somonauk Township (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Somonauk, IL. The role involves receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining radio communications during high-stress incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and have strong data-entry accuracy. Additional dispatch training or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some assignments.
• Ability to handle computer systems, maps, and radio communication accurately.

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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Somonauk, IL. The role involves receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining radio communications during high-stress incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and have strong data-entry accuracy. Additional dispatch training or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for