Fire Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Trail (OR); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Trail, OR seeks a Fire Dispatcher to join our public-safety communications team. The role focuses on rapid data entry, accurate incident documentation, and clear radio communication to coordinate fire services during emergencies.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring unit status while adhering to established response plans. Training and ongoing certification support are provided as needed.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required for most roles.
• Experience with fire dispatch or emergency communications preferred.
• Strong listening and spoken communication under pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information and reported risks.
• Alert stations and assign responding units using approved procedures.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status and incident updates.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established channels.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and movements for after-action reviews.

Conhecimentos

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Swift decision making

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Fire dispatch software

Maps and GIS basics

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Fire Dispatcher Opportunities in Trail

Fire Dispatchers help coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. They receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Position Details

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• Employer: The hiring fire service or communications agency identified in the official vacancy
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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 assessmentsPass 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

Eligible employees may have access to insurance coverage, retirement programs, paid leave, employee-support services, and professional development. Overtime, shift premiums, and other benefits depend on the hiring agency and position classification.

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