Fire Dispatcher in Biloxi: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Biloxi is seeking a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

The role requires clear radio communication, organized information handling, and adherence to established response plans. Responsibilities include monitoring channels and updating incident details as directed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction.
• Applicants should be comfortable using computer systems and performing accurate data entry.
• Familiarity with maps and radio communications is desirable.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for certain 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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Accurate data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Biloxi is seeking a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

The role requires clear radio communication, organized information handling, and adherence to established response plans. Responsibilities include monitoring channels and updating incident details as directed.