24/7 Fire Dispatcher - Impactful Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Millerstown (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Millerstown, PA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain incident information through radio and computer systems. The role supports fire services by alerting resources and communicating with responding crews.

The position involves shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays, with the potential for overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with dispatch certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Millerstown, PA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain incident information through radio and computer systems. The role supports fire services by alerting resources and communicating with responding crews.

The position involves shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays, with the potential for overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with dispatch certifications preferred.