Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Chickasaw (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Chickasaw, OH seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communication. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, incident reporting, and adherence to established response plans.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or emergency training. Work schedules can include nights, weekends, and overtime as incidents arise, with duties at indoor stations and on-call coverage as

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and radio communication is essential.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency training may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information accurately.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Record dispatch times and significant changes for accountability.

Skills

Communication

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Chickasaw, OH seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communication. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, incident reporting, and adherence to established response plans.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch or emergency training. Work schedules can include nights, weekends, and overtime as incidents arise, with duties at indoor stations and on-call coverage as