Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; St. Olaf (IA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Saint Olaf, IA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Entry-level training may be provided; some positions require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch coursework.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required; on-the-job training may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some roles.

Responsabilidades

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Conocimientos

Radio communication

Data entry

Incident documentation

Team coordination

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Descripción del empleo

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Saint Olaf, IA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Entry-level training may be provided; some positions require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch coursework.