High-Impact Fire Dispatcher - Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime and shift premiums

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Meridian, MS seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will document incidents, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. It may involve shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or an equivalent credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or coursework may be required for some assignments.
• Applicant should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Maps and GIS reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fire dispatch training

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Meridian, MS seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will document incidents, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. It may involve shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime.