Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Crystal Springs is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. This role requires careful data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established plans while staying available for flexible shifts.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations; some assignments may require fire dispatch or EMS training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for particular assignments.

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Crystal Springs is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. This role requires careful data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established plans while staying available for flexible shifts.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations; some assignments may require fire dispatch or EMS training.