Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Smithfield (WV); Presencial; USD 36 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Smithfield seeks dedicated Fire Dispatcher staff to coordinate fire response activities and maintain clear radio communication during emergencies. The role emphasizes accurate incident reporting and structured information handling to support responders.

Fire dispatchers must follow established plans and directions, with schedules that may include overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and surge coverage during major incidents.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conhecimentos

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Smithfield seeks dedicated Fire Dispatcher staff to coordinate fire response activities and maintain clear radio communication during emergencies. The role emphasizes accurate incident reporting and structured information handling to support responders.

Fire dispatchers must follow established plans and directions, with schedules that may include overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and surge coverage during major incidents.