Fire Dispatcher: Elite Emergency Communications Operator

County Emergency Communications; Metcalfe (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Employee-support services

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Metcalfe, MS seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. The role requires accurate data handling, quick verification of locations, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with ongoing training and certification requirements as needed by the agency. Strong communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or training may be required for some assignments.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Metcalfe, MS seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. The role requires accurate data handling, quick verification of locations, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with ongoing training and certification requirements as needed by the agency. Strong communication skills are essential for success.