Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Robbins (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Robbins, IL is recruiting Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews throughout incidents.

The role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans while communicating with authorized personnel. Shift work and overtime may be necessary to cover emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dispatcher certification or EMS training 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

County Emergency Communications in Robbins, IL is recruiting Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews throughout incidents.

The role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans while communicating with authorized personnel. Shift work and overtime may be necessary to cover emergencies.