Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Saint Pete Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in St Pete Beach, FL. This role involves receiving and documenting fire and emergency reports, coordinating dispatches, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Dispathers should handle incident details accurately, follow established response plans, and stay adaptable to all-hours staffing in a fast-paced environment. Training and certification may be required depending on assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Some employers seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in St Pete Beach, FL. This role involves receiving and documenting fire and emergency reports, coordinating dispatches, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Dispathers should handle incident details accurately, follow established response plans, and stay adaptable to all-hours staffing in a fast-paced environment. Training and certification may be required depending on assignments.