Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Glen Flora (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Glen Flora, WI seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. Responsibilities include receiving reports, confirming locations, notifying stations, and maintaining accurate incident details using radio and computer systems.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training. Work often involves odd hours, including overnight shifts and weekends, with ongoing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Ability to operate computer systems, perform accurate data entry, and interpret maps.

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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Maps

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Glen Flora, WI seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. Responsibilities include receiving reports, confirming locations, notifying stations, and maintaining accurate incident details using radio and computer systems.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training. Work often involves odd hours, including overnight shifts and weekends, with ongoing