Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Goldonna (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Goldonna, LA, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for certain assignments, with staffing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Experience with fire dispatch or emergency communications is a plus.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is expected.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations 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 and significant incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Goldonna, LA, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for certain assignments, with staffing