Critical Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops

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

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Lapel, Indiana is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

This role requires attention to detail, proficiency with computer systems, maps, and radio communication. Training and certifications may be required; shift work includes nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; entry-level training may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications is essential.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for certain 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Information management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Lapel, Indiana is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

This role requires attention to detail, proficiency with computer systems, maps, and radio communication. Training and certifications may be required; shift work includes nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major