Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Raymond (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Raymond, ME seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. Dispatchers relay information, alert resources, and maintain incident details with accuracy and clear radio communication.

The role may require shift work including overnights, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents; training and certifications may be needed for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, radio communication, and accurate data entry.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch coursework may be required for some assignments.

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.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Raymond, ME seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. Dispatchers relay information, alert resources, and maintain incident details with accuracy and clear radio communication.

The role may require shift work including overnights, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents; training and certifications may be needed for specific assignments.