Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Boston (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Boston, KY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. The role requires precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays to cover 24/7 operations. The position emphasizes staying current with incident details, operator communications, and support for responding crews under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Data entry accuracy

Radio/telephone discipline

Multitasking under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Boston, KY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. The role requires precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays to cover 24/7 operations. The position emphasizes staying current with incident details, operator communications, and support for responding crews under pressure.