Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Eupora (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Eupora, MS. This role involves coordinating responses to fires and emergencies, receiving reports, and maintaining clear radio communications.

Applicants should be comfortable with maps, computer systems, and data entry, with potential certifications depending on assignments. Fire communications operations may require staffing at all hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required; entry-level instruction may be provided.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Map reading

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Eupora, MS. This role involves coordinating responses to fires and emergencies, receiving reports, and maintaining clear radio communications.

Applicants should be comfortable with maps, computer systems, and data entry, with potential certifications depending on assignments. Fire communications operations may require staffing at all hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.