Fire Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Village of Nassau (NY); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Radio equipment

Descripción del empleo

Duty Location: {airport_name}, Nassau, NY

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

Pay: {salary_min}–{salary_max} per year

Schedule: {work_schedule}

Appointment Type: {appointment_type}

Who May Apply: {who_may_apply}

Application Deadline: {closing_date}

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 requirementsComplete required background screening and employment assessmentsPass additional pre-employment evaluations when specifiedComplete required fire dispatch training and supervised instructionMaintain certifications and continuing education required for the assignmentRemain 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.