Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

County Emergency Communications; Nellis (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions at Nellis Afb. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and clear communication with authorized personnel. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS dispatch may be required for certain postings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or Emergency Medical Dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, data entry 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.

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions at Nellis Afb. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and clear communication with authorized personnel. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS dispatch may be required for certain postings.