Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Corydon (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support services

Professional development

Overtime

Shift premiums

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher in Corydon, KY. The role coordinates responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, receiving incident details and alerting appropriate resources.

Strong radio communication and accurate data entry are essential, with computer systems proficiency a plus. Responsibilities include verifying locations, monitoring channels, and maintaining incident updates.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Information management

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher in Corydon, KY. The role coordinates responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, receiving incident details and alerting appropriate resources.

Strong radio communication and accurate data entry are essential, with computer systems proficiency a plus. Responsibilities include verifying locations, monitoring channels, and maintaining incident updates.