Fire Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Deltona (FL); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee‑support services

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

County Emergency Communications in Florida is seeking a dispatcher for fire and emergency communications operations. The role involves receiving reports of fires and hazards, verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating dispatch across units and mutual aid partners.

The position requires comfort with computer systems, data entry accuracy, maps, and radio communications. Several assignments may include night or weekend shifts; background checks and ongoing training are part of the job.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction or hire experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Data entry

Radio communication

Map reading

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Radio dispatch software

Maps

Jobbeschreibung

Duty Location:

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Employer:

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Application Deadline:

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Fire communications operations may require staffing at all hours. Work schedules can include overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents.

What You May Do:

• 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

Experience and Education Requirements:

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry‑level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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.

General Conditions of Employment:

• Meet the hiring agency's eligibility and minimum age requirements
• Complete required background screening and employment assessments
• Pass additional pre‑employment evaluations when specified
• Complete required fire dispatch training and supervised instruction
• Maintain certifications and continuing education required for the assignment
• Remain available for assigned shifts and emergency staffing requirements

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Fire Dispatchers usually work indoors at communications workstations with continuous headset, keyboard, and screen use. Major incidents may involve heavy radio traffic and prolonged concentration. The employer determines essential functions and applicable accommodation procedures.

Benefits:

• Insurance coverage
• Retirement programs
• Paid leave
• Employee‑support services
• Professional development
• Overtime, shift premiums, and other benefits depend on the hiring agency and position classification.