Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Milton (WV); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Milton, WV, seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Formación

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Milton, WV, seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.