Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Real-Time Incident Communications Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Stewardson (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Stewardson Fire Department is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents in Stewardson, IL. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; relevant dispatch certifications may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is 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.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Map reading

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Stewardson Fire Department is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents in Stewardson, IL. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; relevant dispatch certifications may be required for certain assignments.