Emergency Fire Dispatcher 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Graysville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Graysville, TN is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency fire responses and keep incident information current. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert responding units, monitor radio traffic, and relay critical updates to crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch training or certification preferred for specialized posts. The role may require shift work and strict adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek fire dispatch training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units 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 per procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Fire dispatch training

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Graysville, TN is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency fire responses and keep incident information current. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert responding units, monitor radio traffic, and relay critical updates to crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch training or certification preferred for specialized posts. The role may require shift work and strict adherence to procedures.