Emergency Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Incident Control

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

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Cecil, GA, is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication during incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, and alert appropriate units.

This role requires attention to detail, comfort with computer systems and maps, and the ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; on-the-job instruction may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear radio communication

Organizational skills

Computer systems proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Tools

Radio dispatch systems

Incident management software

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Cecil, GA, is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication during incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, and alert appropriate units.

This role requires attention to detail, comfort with computer systems and maps, and the ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.