24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Bridgeport Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support services

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bridgeport, MI seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio discipline. The role requires precise data handling, calm communication, and strict adherence to procedures.

Applicants should hold a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Some postings may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some 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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bridgeport, MI seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio discipline. The role requires precise data handling, calm communication, and strict adherence to procedures.

Applicants should hold a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication. Some postings may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training, with