Fire Dispatch Specialist: Critical Incident Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Applegate (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Applegate, CA seeks capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communication with responding crews. The role requires attention to detail, strong data entry, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Dispatch work may include overnight or weekend shifts, with overtime during major incidents; a high school diploma or GED is typically required, and dispatch-specific training may be needed for certain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; fire dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Strong data entry, maps, and radio communication skills.
• Emergency dispatch certifications may be required for certain postings.

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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Applegate, CA seeks capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communication with responding crews. The role requires attention to detail, strong data entry, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Dispatch work may include overnight or weekend shifts, with overtime during major incidents; a high school diploma or GED is typically required, and dispatch-specific training may be needed for certain