Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

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

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in McIntyre, GA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, requiring organized information handling and clear radio communication.

The role may involve shift work, overnight hours, weekends, and overtime to ensure round-the-clock coverage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training.
• Strong written and verbal communication essential.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in McIntyre, GA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, requiring organized information handling and clear radio communication.

The role may involve shift work, overnight hours, weekends, and overtime to ensure round-the-clock coverage