High-Impact Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Shifts & Overtime

911 Emergency Communications; Marianna (WV); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Résumé du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Jesse, WV is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication as fires, rescues, and hazards are reported.

You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate resources. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work shift rotations, including nights and weekends, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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.

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

Information management

Attention to detail

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Description du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Jesse, WV is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication as fires, rescues, and hazards are reported.

You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate resources. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work shift rotations, including nights and weekends, and ongoing training.