Emergency Fire Dispatch Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Marion, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

These positions may require night and weekend shifts, overtime, and coverage during major incidents. Entry-level instruction is possible, with certifications for specialized assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate 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

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer literacy

Maps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Marion, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

These positions may require night and weekend shifts, overtime, and coverage during major incidents. Entry-level instruction is possible, with certifications for specialized assignments as needed.