Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Public Safety Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Wynne (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Wynne, AR seeks diligent Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires clear radio communication, precise data handling, and adherence to established response plans while staying available for shift work.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, with some positions requiring fire dispatch or EMS training. The work environment includes indoor dispatch workstations and potential overtime during major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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 in Wynne, AR seeks diligent Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires clear radio communication, precise data handling, and adherence to established response plans while staying available for shift work.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, with some positions requiring fire dispatch or EMS training. The work environment includes indoor dispatch workstations and potential overtime during major