Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Oelwein (IA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Employee support

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

911 Emergency Communications in Oelwein, IA is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. Dispatchers receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio communications during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

This role demands organized information handling, precise data entry, and the ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignments.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications.

Responsabilidades

• 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 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 updates.

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

911 Emergency Communications in Oelwein, IA is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. Dispatchers receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio communications during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

This role demands organized information handling, precise data entry, and the ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignments.