Rapid-Response Fire Dispatcher (Emergency Communications)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Thomasboro (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking Fire Dispatchers for Thomasboro, IL. The role involves coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatch certification may be required for some assignments, and proficiency with computer systems, maps, and radio comms is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for particular assignments.
• Strong computer, maps, and radio communication skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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

Accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking Fire Dispatchers for Thomasboro, IL. The role involves coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatch certification may be required for some assignments, and proficiency with computer systems, maps, and radio comms is essential.