Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Franklin (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Franklin, NJ is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. You will verify locations, alert resources, and monitor status to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, and working with dispatch equipment and CAD systems. Shift work including nights and overtime may be required based on incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Computer systems literacy

Maps and navigation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radio dispatch equipment

CAD systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Franklin, NJ is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and maintain radio communications. You will verify locations, alert resources, and monitor status to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, and working with dispatch equipment and CAD systems. Shift work including nights and overtime may be required based on incidents.