Fire Dispatch Specialist - 24/7 Emergency Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Slagle (LA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime pay

Descripción de la vacante

911 Emergency Communications in Slagle, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role involves handling incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems and maps, and may require fire dispatch or emergency medical dispatch training. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

911 Emergency Communications in Slagle, LA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role involves handling incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems and maps, and may require fire dispatch or emergency medical dispatch training. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.