Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Clinton (SC); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

County Emergency Communications in Laurens, SC is seeking disciplined Fire Dispatchers to coordinate firefighting responses, monitor radio channels, verify incident locations, and relay critical updates to units in the field.

These positions require the ability to handle multiple tasks, maintain incident records, and work across shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays. Training in fire dispatch and EMS may be required, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; dispatch training preferred.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some roles.

Responsabilités

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus per approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Connaissances

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Multitasking

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Maps

Computer systems

Radio equipment operation

Description du poste

County Emergency Communications in Laurens, SC is seeking disciplined Fire Dispatchers to coordinate firefighting responses, monitor radio channels, verify incident locations, and relay critical updates to units in the field.

These positions require the ability to handle multiple tasks, maintain incident records, and work across shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays. Training in fire dispatch and EMS may be required, with opportunities for professional development.