Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Yreka (CA); In loco; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers in Yreka, CA. The role involves receiving and documenting reports, verifying locations, and coordinating dispatch while following established response plans.

Dispatchers may work odd shifts, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, and may need fire dispatch certification for certain assignments.

Competenze

• Fire dispatch requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency training may be required for some assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communications.

Mansioni

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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.

Conoscenze

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Accurate data entry

Computer systems familiarity

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers in Yreka, CA. The role involves receiving and documenting reports, verifying locations, and coordinating dispatch while following established response plans.

Dispatchers may work odd shifts, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication, and may need fire dispatch certification for certain assignments.