Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Elba (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Elba, AL seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain communications with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating resources during incidents, including overnight and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires 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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Elba, AL seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain communications with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating resources during incidents, including overnight and weekend shifts.