24/7 Fire Dispatch Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Ewell (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Ewell, MD seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, alert apparatus, and monitor radio traffic. The role requires clear radio communication and disciplined information handling in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; computer systems, data entry accuracy, maps, and radio communication are essential. Fire dispatch certifications or EMS training may be needed for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and maps.

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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Ewell, MD seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, alert apparatus, and monitor radio traffic. The role requires clear radio communication and disciplined information handling in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; computer systems, data entry accuracy, maps, and radio communication are essential. Fire dispatch certifications or EMS training may be needed for certain assignments.