Critical Fire Dispatch Specialist

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

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Rocky Ridge, OH is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; dispatch training may be preferred.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with accuracy and speed.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Rocky Ridge, OH is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.