Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Wells (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Moody, ME is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, while maintaining clear radios and current incident details.

Ideal candidates will be organized, able to handle data entry and maps, and follow established response plans with authorized personnel. The role may require night/weekend shifts and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required, with some employers providing entry-level instruction.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Skills

Computer literacy

Accurate data entry

Radio communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Moody, ME is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, while maintaining clear radios and current incident details.

Ideal candidates will be organized, able to handle data entry and maps, and follow established response plans with authorized personnel. The role may require night/weekend shifts and overtime during major incidents.