Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Ops

911 Emergency Communications; St. Joseph (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Saint Joseph Fire Dispatch opportunities are posted for 911 Emergency Communications in Saint Joseph, TN. Fire dispatchers coordinate responses, relay critical information, and support responding crews from a centralized communications center.

These roles require organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with scheduling that can include overnight shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Job description

Saint Joseph Fire Dispatch opportunities are posted for 911 Emergency Communications in Saint Joseph, TN. Fire dispatchers coordinate responses, relay critical information, and support responding crews from a centralized communications center.

These roles require organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with scheduling that can include overnight shifts and weekends.