Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Forest Hill (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Forest Hill, LA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. This role requires precise information handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry; overtime and shift coverage may be required during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some 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

County Emergency Communications in Forest Hill, LA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. This role requires precise information handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry; overtime and shift coverage may be required during major incidents.