24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

County Emergency Communications; Mount Summit (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Mount Summit, IN seeks a focused Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication during emergencies. The role emphasizes precise data entry and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire or EMS dispatch training. Work may involve overnight or weekend shifts to cover major incidents, with the employer providing relevant training and certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer entry‑level training.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps and radio communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks; ensure accurate data entry.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• 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 updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Mount Summit, IN seeks a focused Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication during emergencies. The role emphasizes precise data entry and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire or EMS dispatch training. Work may involve overnight or weekend shifts to cover major incidents, with the employer providing relevant training and certifications.