Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Drakesboro (KY); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Résumé du poste

County Emergency Communications in Drakesboro, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate fire service responses and maintain clear radio communications. This role emphasizes accurate data handling, incident documentation, and timely alerting of resources.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts and require certification or training relevant to fire communications. Applicants should be comfortable with computers, maps, data entry, and radio operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems and accurate data entry is essential.

Responsabilités

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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 updates.

Connaissances

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Attention to detail

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

County Emergency Communications in Drakesboro, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate fire service responses and maintain clear radio communications. This role emphasizes accurate data handling, incident documentation, and timely alerting of resources.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts and require certification or training relevant to fire communications. Applicants should be comfortable with computers, maps, data entry, and radio operations.