Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Fairfax (VA); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Résumé du poste

County Emergency Communications in Fairfax, VA seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, rapid verification of locations, and adherence to established response plans. Work may include overnight shifts and weekends to ensure 24/7 coverage in fire services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies provide training.
• Strong data-entry and map-reading abilities are essential.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail required.

Responsabilités

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and risks with accuracy
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels and unit status
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changes
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed
• Record dispatch times and movements

Connaissances

Radio communication

Incident coordination

Data entry

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Dispatch software

Computer systems

Description du poste

County Emergency Communications in Fairfax, VA seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, rapid verification of locations, and adherence to established response plans. Work may include overnight shifts and weekends to ensure 24/7 coverage in fire services.