Fire Dispatch Specialist — Emergency Response Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Nuevo (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from centralized communications centers. You will receive incident details, verify locations, and alert appropriate stations, prioritizing safety and accuracy while maintaining continuous radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires disciplined data entry, knowledge of radios, and adherence to established response plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Fire dispatch training or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

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

Clear radio communication

Information handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from centralized communications centers. You will receive incident details, verify locations, and alert appropriate stations, prioritizing safety and accuracy while maintaining continuous radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires disciplined data entry, knowledge of radios, and adherence to established response plans.