Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Swarthmore (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement program

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Swarthmore, PA is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling and precise radio communication under pressure.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma and may require fire dispatch or EMS-related training; familiarity with computer systems, maps, and data entry is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent generally required.
• Experience with computer systems and maps may be required.
• Strong data entry and radio communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Swarthmore, PA is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and communicate with responding crews. The role emphasizes organized information handling and precise radio communication under pressure.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma and may require fire dispatch or EMS-related training; familiarity with computer systems, maps, and data entry is beneficial.