Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Response with Overtime

County Emergency Communications; Washington (UT); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 86 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Washington seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role requires strong organization, precise data entry, and the ability to work rotating shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays as emergencies arise. Prior fire communications training or EMT dispatch experience is preferred.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers may provide entry-level instruction.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and radio communication is essential.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsabilidades

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks, and relay information to responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability; track incident status.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates for accountability.

Conhecimentos

Fire dispatching

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Formação académica

High school diploma

Ferramentas

Dispatch software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Washington seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role requires strong organization, precise data entry, and the ability to work rotating shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays as emergencies arise. Prior fire communications training or EMT dispatch experience is preferred.