24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Milltown (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Milltown, NJ, seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring units. Strong data entry, radio communication, and multitasking are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch training or EMS coursework preferred. Shifts may include overnight hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain postings.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information accurately.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements for updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Incident documentation

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Fire dispatch training

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Maps software

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Milltown, NJ, seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring units. Strong data entry, radio communication, and multitasking are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch training or EMS coursework preferred. Shifts may include overnight hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.