Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Olive Branch (IL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

County Emergency Communications in Olive Branch, IL is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. This role supports fire services with timely alerts, resource dispatch, and incident updates.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus familiarity with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations. Some assignments may require dispatch certifications or EMS-related training.

Qualifications

• A 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.

Responsabilités

• 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

Description du poste

County Emergency Communications in Olive Branch, IL is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. This role supports fire services with timely alerts, resource dispatch, and incident updates.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus familiarity with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio operations. Some assignments may require dispatch certifications or EMS-related training.