Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Kinzers (PA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications in Kinzers, PA seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor units during incidents.

Required is a high school diploma with comfort using computer systems and maps; fire dispatch or EMS training may be needed for some postings. The role may require shift work including nights and weekends in a demanding public-safety environment.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer entry training.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication essential.
• Certificate in fire dispatch or EMS may be preferred for certain posts.

Mansioni

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status during incidents.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Process resource requests through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and key incident updates.

Conoscenze

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Computer systems

Radio consoles

Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications in Kinzers, PA seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor units during incidents.

Required is a high school diploma with comfort using computer systems and maps; fire dispatch or EMS training may be needed for some postings. The role may require shift work including nights and weekends in a demanding public-safety environment.