Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Chewalla (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Chewalla, TN, is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate incident responses and maintain critical communication during emergencies. You will document reports, verify locations, and alert resources according to established plans.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong computer/ data-entry skills, and fluency in radio communications. Training and certifications may be required for certain assignments to ensure effective incident

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Certification or training may be required for specific 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Chewalla, TN, is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate incident responses and maintain critical communication during emergencies. You will document reports, verify locations, and alert resources according to established plans.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong computer/ data-entry skills, and fluency in radio communications. Training and certifications may be required for certain assignments to ensure effective incident