Critical Fire Communications Dispatcher (24/7)

County Emergency Communications; Morral (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Morral, OH, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to support fire services by receiving reports, coordinating resources, and maintaining radio communications. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor status, and document updates during incidents.

This role requires accuracy with computer systems, maps, and data entry; training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required for some assignments.

Qualifications

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

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Morral, OH, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to support fire services by receiving reports, coordinating resources, and maintaining radio communications. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor status, and document updates during incidents.

This role requires accuracy with computer systems, maps, and data entry; training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management may be required for some assignments.