Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Saint Francis (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Saint Francis, ME, seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, document reports, and maintain calm during emergencies. The role requires handling incident information and ensuring accurate data entry under established plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for certain assignments. Background screenings and ongoing training are typically part of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Saint Francis, ME, seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, document reports, and maintain calm during emergencies. The role requires handling incident information and ensuring accurate data entry under established plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for certain assignments. Background screenings and ongoing training are typically part of employment.