Emergency Dispatch Specialist - 24/7 Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Craryville (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Craryville, NY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear communications with responding crews.

The role involves staying organized, following response plans, and updating incident details as directed by authorized personnel. Fire dispatching can require shift work, including nights and weekends, to ensure 24/7 readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication

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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Craryville, NY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear communications with responding crews.

The role involves staying organized, following response plans, and updating incident details as directed by authorized personnel. Fire dispatching can require shift work, including nights and weekends, to ensure 24/7 readiness.