Mission-Critical Fire Dispatcher (24/7)

County Emergency Communications; Falmouth (MI); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Michigan is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, log information, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Strong data entry and situational awareness are essential.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for certain assignments.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Michigan is hiring Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, log information, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Strong data entry and situational awareness are essential.