24/7 Fire Dispatch Specialist

County Emergency Communications; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Fresh Meadows to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain roles.
• Ability to use computer systems, maps, and radios.

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

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Fresh Meadows to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans.