Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Town of Cherry Creek (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Shift premiums

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses in Cherry Creek, NY. You will receive incident information, document details, and alert appropriate units while maintaining clear radio communication.

Role requires organized information handling, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and adherence to established response plans. Work may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies may offer entry-level training.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple tasks in high-pressure situations.
• Familiarity with maps, radio procedures, and incident reporting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information; maintain accurate incident details.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.

Skills

Fire dispatch

Radio communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses in Cherry Creek, NY. You will receive incident information, document details, and alert appropriate units while maintaining clear radio communication.

Role requires organized information handling, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and adherence to established response plans. Work may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.