Dispatcher I

Job Summary Under direct supervision, receives reports of smoke management, wildfires, law enforcement requests, storm damage and other emergency and non-emergency incidents. Appropriately dispatch fire suppression personnel through the use of a computer aided dispatch system, two-way radio, and telephone. Assumes Coastal and Piedmont region dispatch/call taking responsibilities. Responsibilities Receives reports of fires, law enforcement needs, storm damage and other emergency incidents from the public, local fire departments, 911 systems, forestry pilots and other safety officers. Processes, records and disseminates this information. Operates computer aided dispatch system to dispatch personnel to fire locations. Maintains accurate records of all dispatched personnel and their locations. Provides two-way radio contact between firefighters, field personnel, and the Dispatch Center. Uses computer aided dispatch system to take smoke management information to ensure burner is within smoke management guidelines. Processes and records this information. Assumes Coastal and Piedmont region dispatch/call taking responsibilities. Performs dispatch and other related duties on daily task lists as assigned in support of the agency's mission and initiatives, Performs other duties in support of the Forestry Commission's mission and strategic plan. Requirements A high school diploma and entry-level work experience with voice communication systems or switchboard exchange operations. Must be able to type 35 WPM and have basic computer proficiency. Criminal background check and drug and alcohol test are required. Completion of Introduction to the National Incident Management System (IS-700) within first year of employment. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE USE THIS LINK: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/jobs/5522722/dispatcher-i Pay: From $35,771.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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