What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Dispatcher (Grade 11/Step 7) position at City of Huntsville?
THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!
The City of Huntsville’s Fire & Rescue department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Fire Dispatcher position(s).
Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
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About our Department:
Huntsville Fire & Rescue, are a team of professionals dedicated to providing rapid, reliable emergency services to the citizens of our community. We are committed to saving lives, protecting property, and improving the quality of life for our citizens through education and training, fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue and other emergency / non-emergency activities.
Fire Dispatcher Position Overview:
This is specialized communications work in receiving and dispatching accurate information on an assigned shift to appropriate personnel. Positions in this class are employed in fire communications and dispatch personnel based on seven-digit calls and 911 calls. Work involves responsibility for the operation of specialized radio utilizing multiple channels and frequencies in a communication center. Position requires fast, efficient, and accurate receiving, dispatching, and processing of calls and messages from and to appropriate vehicles and personnel.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and some experience in operating communications equipment and basic computers.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Certification in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) and CPR.
All Fire & Rescue Dispatchers shall be required to attend three (3) courses through the International Academy of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) to obtain certification as EFD and EMD. These certifications must be obtained within 11 months after hire and/or promotion date subject to class availability and funding.
ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND A MANDATORY ORIENTATION FOR THIS POSITION CONDUCTED BY FIRE COMMUNICATIONS PERSONNEL. APPLICANTS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE - THOSE WHO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - MAY SELF SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE MANDATORY FIRE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER ORIENTATION IMMEDIATELY AFTER SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION USING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. THE DEADLINE TO SELF-SCHEDULE IS May 11, 2026.
THE MANDATORY ORIENTATION WILL BE SCHEDULED ON May 15, 2026, AT 8:00AM, 10:00AM, 12:00PM & 3:00PM AND ON May 16, 2026, AT 8:00AM, 10:00AM, 12:00PM & 3:00PM, AT THE HUNTSVILLE MADISON COUNTY 911 CENTER LOCATED AT 1570 OLD MONROVIA RD, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35806. AFTER THE ORIENTATION THOSE WHO WISH TO CONTINUE IN THE PROCESS WILL BE ABLE TO TAKE THE DISPATCH-ORIENTED TEST
Click on your username in the upper right-hand corner
- Click the "application Status" link
- Click the "Schedule Exam" link
- Select the desired exam time and location
- Click "Submit"
At the Public Safety Dispatcher Orientation, applicants must present a valid driver's license. Applicants who arrive late, fail to attend, or make other arrangements regarding the mandatory orientation will automatically be eliminated from the hiring process. Immediately following the mandatory orientation, a dispatch-oriented test will be administered. Applicants that pass the dispatch-oriented test will be eligible to be considered for an oral interview. Applicant(s) who receive a conditional job offer for employment must also pass a criminal background investigation and drug screening test.
For More Information Regarding the Fire Dispatcher Job Duties, Please Visit the Websites Below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/1620503
Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request
Salary : $47,070 - $66,914