Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Boones Mill (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Boones Mill, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses and manage incident information with precise radio communication.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and documenting dispatch times while following established procedures. Requires high school diploma and ability to work rotating shifts; overtime and on-call coverage may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.

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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Boones Mill, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses and manage incident information with precise radio communication.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and documenting dispatch times while following established procedures. Requires high school diploma and ability to work rotating shifts; overtime and on-call coverage may apply.