Fire Dispatch Specialist - 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; McCordsville (IN); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

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Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Résumé du poste

911 Emergency Communications in McCordsville, IN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and manage incident information. The role involves alerting resources, tracking unit status, and maintaining clear radio communications during incidents.

The position requires listening, data entry, and adherence to response protocols. Work may include night shifts and on-call coverage to support 24/7 fire service operations.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsabilités

• 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

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

911 Emergency Communications in McCordsville, IN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and manage incident information. The role involves alerting resources, tracking unit status, and maintaining clear radio communications during incidents.

The position requires listening, data entry, and adherence to response protocols. Work may include night shifts and on-call coverage to support 24/7 fire service operations.