Fire Alarm Dispatcher

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions,trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complexchallenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity,relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-beingare integral to success.Amentum is seeking a Fire Alarm Dispatcher to support a unique US Navy program on theisland of Diego Garcia. The Fire Alarm Dispatcher serves as the primary communicationslink for Fire and Emergency Services, ensuring prompt and effective emergency responseby monitoring fi re alarm systems, receiving emergency calls, dispatching personnel andequipment, and maintaining accurate communication throughout emergency incidents.Job Responsibilities:Monitor fi re alarm systems and respond promptly to alarm activations inaccordance with established emergency response procedures. Receive, prioritize, and process emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Dispatch fi re, rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency responsepersonnel using established communication protocols. Operate communications equipment including radios, telephones, and ComputerAided Dispatch systems. Maintain continuous communication with responding units, providing real timeupdates and critical incident information. Document all calls for service, dispatched units, alarm activations, and emergencyincidents accurately and completely. Monitor the operational status of fi re alarm and communications systems andreport equipment malfunctions for immediate corrective action. Coordinate emergency communications between Fire and Emergency Servicespersonnel, outside agencies, and installation stakeholders. Assist in tracking alarm system maintenance, testing, and scheduled inspections tominimize system downtime. Maintain confidentiality of emergency information and ensure compliance withdepartment policies and procedures. Support emergency operations by providing timely, accurate, and professionalcommunications during routine and high-risk incidents. Participate in required training, certification, and continuing education programs. Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature andlevel of the position.Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Certification as Telecommunications Operator I and II and Hazardous MaterialsAwareness, or the ability to obtain all required certifications within 12 months ofemployment. One (1) to three (3) years of experience in emergency dispatch, public safetycommunications, fi re service communications, or a related fi eld. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergency situations. Proficiency in operating radios, telephones, Computer Aided Dispatch systems, andother emergency communications equipment. Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills. Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally. Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring. Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide. Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintaincompliance throughout the duration of deployment. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Must read,speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contractrequirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental UnitedStates) environment with a multi-national workforce Experience supporting government, military, or emergency responsecommunications operations. Experience working in a multi-agency emergency communications center. Advanced training or certification in emergency communications, Computer AidedDispatch, incident communications, or emergency management.Other Responsibilities:Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibilityfor continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate,each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfi lling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving onsafety committees and teams.Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone toour goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meetcustomer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the AmentumQuality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum QualitySystem documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understandtheir Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement thegeneral and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of allplans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.Working EnvironmentThis position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remoteoverseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office,industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed tohigh temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Workschedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based onoperational requirements.Physical RequirementsRequirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, andworking in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical,security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseaslocation.<

• Receive, prioritize, and process emergency and non-emergency calls for service. • Dispatch fi re, rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency response • Operate communications equipment including radios, telephones, and Computer • Maintain continuous communication with responding units, providing real time