Fire Dispatch Specialist: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Ferryville (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ferryville, WI, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ferryville, WI, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for specific assignments.