Fire Dispatcher — Real-Time Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Westville (IL); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Westville, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating additional resources as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with computer systems and data entry.
• Fire dispatch training or incident-management coursework may be required.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Formation

High school diploma

Description du poste

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Westville, IL is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to follow established response plans.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating additional resources as needed.