24/7 Fire Dispatch Operator

County Emergency Communications; Ulster Park (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Ulster Park, NY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communications throughout responses.

The role requires meticulous data handling, calm decision-making, and the ability to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends. Prior training or certification in fire dispatch or EMS is preferred, and candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with radio communications and data entry is preferred.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Ulster Park, NY is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, alert units, and maintain radio communications throughout responses.

The role requires meticulous data handling, calm decision-making, and the ability to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends. Prior training or certification in fire dispatch or EMS is preferred, and candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and