Fire Dispatcher — Critical Communications & Rescue Support

County Emergency Communications; Foxhome (MN); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Foxhome, MN is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, radio communication, and adherence to incident plans, with shift and overtime possibilities as needed.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting resources, monitoring channels, and documenting updates.

Formación

• 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.

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

Conocimientos

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Foxhome, MN is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, radio communication, and adherence to incident plans, with shift and overtime possibilities as needed.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting resources, monitoring channels, and documenting updates.