Fire Dispatcher: Critical 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Pace (MS); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Pace, MS seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires strong data entry, maps, and calm decision-making under pressure. Training and state certifications may be required for specialized assignments, with shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualificações

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Pace, MS seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires strong data entry, maps, and calm decision-making under pressure. Training and state certifications may be required for specialized assignments, with shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime during major incidents.