Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Lead

911 Emergency Communications; Kimper (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Kimper, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to support fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, document reports, verify locations, and alert stations with approved response assignments.

The role requires maintaining communications with responding crews and monitoring multiple radio channels. Responsibilities include recording dispatch times, coordinating mutual-aid communications, and ensuring accurate data entry during incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry‑level instruction or on‑the‑job training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Record dispatch times and incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Kimper, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to support fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, document reports, verify locations, and alert stations with approved response assignments.

The role requires maintaining communications with responding crews and monitoring multiple radio channels. Responsibilities include recording dispatch times, coordinating mutual-aid communications, and ensuring accurate data entry during incidents.