Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Eagarville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Eagarville, IL seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and stay connected with responding crews during fires and hazards.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to response plans, with scheduling that may include overnight shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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 recognized equivalency credential

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Eagarville, IL seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and stay connected with responding crews during fires and hazards.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to response plans, with scheduling that may include overnight shifts and weekends.