24/7 Fire Communications Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Kentucky is seeking a Fire Dispatch Specialist to receive, document, and relay critical incident information from fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor radio channels, coordinate resources, and ensure accurate data entry while working shifts that may include overnight, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or EMS training; overtime and on-call coverage

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Kentucky is seeking a Fire Dispatch Specialist to receive, document, and relay critical incident information from fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor radio channels, coordinate resources, and ensure accurate data entry while working shifts that may include overnight, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or EMS training; overtime and on-call coverage