Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Incident Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Village of Nassau (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified personnel for fire dispatch duties in Nassau, NY. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating unit responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, experience with computer systems and data entry, and familiarity with maps and radio communications. Shift coverage may include nights and weekends. Training and certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Experience with computer systems and data entry is preferred.
• Familiarity with maps and radio communications is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch responding units.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and updates.

Skills

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified personnel for fire dispatch duties in Nassau, NY. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating unit responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, experience with computer systems and data entry, and familiarity with maps and radio communications. Shift coverage may include nights and weekends. Training and certifications may be required.