Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Earle (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Earle, AR seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate fire service responses and maintain incident records. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and ongoing monitoring of incident status. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dispatch certification or EMD training may be required for certain roles.
• Comfort with computer systems and accurate data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Earle, AR seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate fire service responses and maintain incident records. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and ongoing monitoring of incident status. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training.