Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Wheelwright (KY); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Wheelwright, KY seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise radio communication, organized information handling, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations. Certification or training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required for specific

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Incident documentation

Communication with teams

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Dispatch software

Description du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Wheelwright, KY seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise radio communication, organized information handling, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations. Certification or training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required for specific