Emergency Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Critical Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime pay

Shift premiums

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Graniteville, SC is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role demands precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatch positions may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient with computer systems and data entry.
• Strong radio communication and map-reading skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow procedures.

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

Data entry accuracy

Radio communication

Map reading

Computer systems proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Graniteville, SC is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role demands precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatch positions may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.