Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Coordination Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Pleasant Hill (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pleasant Hill, OR is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, document reports, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.

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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pleasant Hill, OR is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, document reports, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.