Emergency Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Ops + Benefits

County Emergency Communications; Boligee (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Boligee, AL is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire and rescue responses, manage incident information, and maintain clear radio communications with responding units.

The role requires organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and readiness for around-the-clock shifts. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignments and employer needs.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Accurate data entry

Maps reading

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communications equipment

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Boligee, AL is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire and rescue responses, manage incident information, and maintain clear radio communications with responding units.

The role requires organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and readiness for around-the-clock shifts. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignments and employer needs.