24/7 Fire Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Tad (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Tad, WV, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, rapid verification of locations, and clear radios traffic.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and may need fire dispatch training or related coursework. Regular shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime to support major incidents.

Qualifications

• Requires organized information handling and clear radio communication.
• Comfort with computer systems and accurate data entry is important.
• Fire dispatch certification or incident-management coursework may be required for special assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Record dispatch times and incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

Radio dispatch systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Tad, WV, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, rapid verification of locations, and clear radios traffic.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and may need fire dispatch training or related coursework. Regular shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime to support major incidents.