24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Lead

County Emergency Communications; Montcalm (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Montcalm, WV is hiring fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role requires precise data handling, strong radio discipline, and adherence to established procedures.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, with the possibility of overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma and comfort with computer systems are typically required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide entry-level instruction or seek experienced dispatchers.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and maps.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• 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

Organized information handling

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Montcalm, WV is hiring fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role requires precise data handling, strong radio discipline, and adherence to established procedures.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, with the possibility of overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma and comfort with computer systems are typically required.