Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Islesboro (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Islesboro, ME seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire and rescue responses, monitor radio channels, and document incidents. This role requires reliable data handling and precise communications to support crews and units during emergencies.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating mutual aid while adhering to established procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Experience with fire communications systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radio equipment

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Islesboro, ME seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire and rescue responses, monitor radio channels, and document incidents. This role requires reliable data handling and precise communications to support crews and units during emergencies.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, and coordinating mutual aid while adhering to established procedures.