Fire Dispatcher - Critical Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Lynnville (IN); In loco; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications in Lynnville, IN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. The role involves recording incident details, verifying locations, and alerting units using established response plans.

Dispatch duties include monitoring radio channels and coordinating with mutual aid when needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.

Competenze

• 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.

Mansioni

• 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

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

County Emergency Communications in Lynnville, IN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. The role involves recording incident details, verifying locations, and alerting units using established response plans.

Dispatch duties include monitoring radio channels and coordinating with mutual aid when needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.