Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bowie, MD seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses for fire and rescue incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and manage unit communications as part of an essential emergency response team.

The role requires clear radio communication, meticulous data handling, and adherence to established response plans. Training may include fire dispatch and EMS coursework; work schedules cover all hours and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bowie, MD seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses for fire and rescue incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and manage unit communications as part of an essential emergency response team.

The role requires clear radio communication, meticulous data handling, and adherence to established response plans. Training may include fire dispatch and EMS coursework; work schedules cover all hours and