Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Cedar Bluff (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Cedar Bluff, VA seeks Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate fire and rescue responses. You will handle incident data, alert resources, and maintain radio communications in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and dispatcher training; familiarity with computer systems and maps is important. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays to support major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some postings.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.
• Candidates should meet general background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access info, and 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 updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Cedar Bluff, VA seeks Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate fire and rescue responses. You will handle incident data, alert resources, and maintain radio communications in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and dispatcher training; familiarity with computer systems and maps is important. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays to support major incidents.