Critical Fire Dispatch Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Perkiomenville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Perkiomenville, PA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training or certification. The position involves shifts that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps interpretation

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Perkiomenville, PA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training or certification. The position involves shifts that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.