Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Belmont (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Belmont, WV seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, document information, and alert responding units according to established plans.

Applicants should have strong radio communication, data entry accuracy, and computer literacy. Flexibility for shift work, including nights and weekends, may be required to support around‑the‑clock dispatch operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to handle information accurately and maintain records.
• Strong radio communication skills and situational awareness.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch personnel per approved plans.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident progression.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Belmont, WV seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, document information, and alert responding units according to established plans.

Applicants should have strong radio communication, data entry accuracy, and computer literacy. Flexibility for shift work, including nights and weekends, may be required to support around‑the‑clock dispatch operations.