Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Communications Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Gurley (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime premiums

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gurley, AL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting reports, and alerting appropriate stations with approved assignments.

Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments; strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gurley, AL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses. The role involves receiving incident information, documenting reports, and alerting appropriate stations with approved assignments.

Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments; strong attention to detail is essential.