Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Trilby (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Trilby, FL seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, adherence to response plans, and precise documentation. A high school diploma and dispatcher training are commonly required, with shifts that may include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required.
• Experience with radio communication and incident documentation preferred.
• Ability to work shifts including nights and weekends.

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.

Skills

Radio communication

Incident documentation

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Fire dispatch certification

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Trilby, FL seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, adherence to response plans, and precise documentation. A high school diploma and dispatcher training are commonly required, with shifts that may include nights and weekends.