Round-the-Clock Fire Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Albany (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Albany, VT handles dispatch for fires, rescues and hazards, emphasizing precise information handling and radio discipline. This role operates within established incident protocols and requires clear communication with responding crews.

The dispatcher will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate mutual aid. Shifts can include overnight and weekends, with ongoing training and certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Experience or training in fire communications preferred.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Radio communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Albany, VT handles dispatch for fires, rescues and hazards, emphasizing precise information handling and radio discipline. This role operates within established incident protocols and requires clear communication with responding crews.

The dispatcher will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor channels, and coordinate mutual aid. Shifts can include overnight and weekends, with ongoing training and certifications as needed.