Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Incident Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Centertown (KY); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

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Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Centertown, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate emergency responses and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, recording updates, and coordinating resources.

Competenze

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Radio communication

Data entry

Map reading

Multitasking

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Computer systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Centertown, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate emergency responses and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, recording updates, and coordinating resources.