Fire Dispatcher - Critical, 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Samoa (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Brownsville, CA, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; some roles may require fire dispatch training or related certifications. Scheduling may include overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain 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 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 updates.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Brownsville, CA, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; some roles may require fire dispatch training or related certifications. Scheduling may include overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous coverage.