Emergency Fire Dispatch Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Atlanta is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, maintain radio contact, and document incidents across multiple units.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accurate data handling, and the ability to follow established response plans. Work schedules may include overnight, weekends, holidays, overtime, and coverage during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency communications training may be required for certain assignments.
• Candidate should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, 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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Ability to work odd hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch training/certification preferred

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Atlanta is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, maintain radio contact, and document incidents across multiple units.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accurate data handling, and the ability to follow established response plans. Work schedules may include overnight, weekends, holidays, overtime, and coverage during major incidents.