Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Response Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Aurora, IL seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers 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

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some roles.
• Experience in fire communications training may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Aurora, IL seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers 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