24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Arabi (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Arabi, GA. The role involves coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, while maintaining clear radio communication and documenting incident details.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, familiarity with computer systems and data entry, and may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training depending on assignment. Work may include shift work and extended hours.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Arabi, GA. The role involves coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions, while maintaining clear radio communication and documenting incident details.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, familiarity with computer systems and data entry, and may require fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training depending on assignment. Work may include shift work and extended hours.