Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Hollywood, SC is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews according to established plans.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and strong radio communication. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification or related training as part of assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels and unit status
• Record dispatch times and incident updates
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Hollywood, SC is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews according to established plans.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and strong radio communication. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification or related training as part of assignment.