Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Response Operator

County Emergency Communications; Norlina (NC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

County Emergency Communications in Norlina, NC seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting appropriate resources, and monitoring unit status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Fire dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Clear communication

Data entry

Radio procedures

Multitasking

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Computer systems

Maps

Description du poste

County Emergency Communications in Norlina, NC seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting appropriate resources, and monitoring unit status.