Emergency Communications Dispatcher 24/7 Shifts

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Vanlue (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Vanlue, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain radio communications. The role emphasizes organized information handling, strict adherence to response plans, and collaboration with responding crews.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying location details, alerting stations, and monitoring unit status. Strong computer/data-entry skills and knowledge of fire communications are important for success.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computer systems and data entry
• Familiarity with maps and radio communications
• Training in fire dispatch or related coursework may be required for certain assignments
• Strong organizational and 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

Computer systems

Accurate data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Vanlue, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain radio communications. The role emphasizes organized information handling, strict adherence to response plans, and collaboration with responding crews.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying location details, alerting stations, and monitoring unit status. Strong computer/data-entry skills and knowledge of fire communications are important for success.